Buffalo 2TB DriveStation User Manual download pdf (Page 5)

Recommended Usage

Warning

To avoid damage to data, never do any of the following while data is being accessed:

- unplug the cables

- turn off your computer

- put your computer into standby, hibernate, or sleep mode

- log off, log on, or switch users

Never configure this unit as a destination for virtual memory.

The maximum size of a file on a FAT32 hard drive is 4 GB. To work with larger files, reformat the drive with NTFS or

Mac OS extended.

Mac OS may not recognize this device at boot. If this happens, unplug the cable, then plug it again after a few

seconds.

This unit supports hot-plugging.

You can plug or unplug the USB cable while the unit and your PC are on. However, never unplug the cable while the

data is being accessed. If you unplug the unit while the data is being accessed, your data may be damaged or lost.

Do not lean any object against this unit. It may cause the unit to malfunction.

If the unit is connected to a USB 2.0 or 1.1 plug, Windows will display a message that a high-speed USB device

is connected to a non high-speed USB hub. Move the unit to a USB 3.0 port for best performance, or click [X] to

continue.

You may hear some noise while the unit is working, especially while it’s booting or being accessed. This is normal.

Disconnect this drive before reinstalling Mac OS.

Do not boot your operating system from this unit.

The first time you connect this unit, it may take about 20 seconds before the power/access LED turns on.

If you use this unit with multiple partitions, format each partition before use.

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Buffalo 2TB DriveStation User Manual Page 5