Useful tips

How do I setup my WD My Book?

How do I setup my WD My Book?

Getting Started with the WD MyBook Drive

  1. Plug in the power supply to the wall/powerbar and to the drive.
  2. Plug the USB cable between the computer and the drive.
  3. The drive should now turn on.
  4. Look for the new hard drive in My Computer.
  5. Double click on it and then on “WD Apps Setup”.

Why is my WD My Book Not working?

The quick fix for this is to turn off and unplug the MyBook, and then give it a few sharp taps around the power button to dislodge it. Once this has been done, plug it back in and start it up again, and hopefully the device will be working. Be sure if you tap the drive that you do so firmly but not violently.

Where is the reset button on WD My Book?

Turn around the drive and locate the “Reset” button on the back panel of the unit. It is a recessed button inside a small hole.

How Do I Connect My Book Live Duo to my PC?

How to connect My Book Live with WIndows 10

  1. Open your file browser.
  2. In the Network pane under Storage section, you should see your My Book Live device.
  3. RIGHT click that icon, select Open option.
  4. A file browser will appear, you now should have access to your My Book Live storage.

How do I access my WD My Book?

The way forward to access your My Book Live is:

  1. Open your file browser.
  2. In the Network pane under Storage section, you should see your My Book Live device.
  3. RIGHT click that icon, select Open option.
  4. A file browser will appear, you now should have access to your My Book Live storage.

Why is my computer not recognizing my WD external hard drive?

Locate and right-click on your WD drive and click Change Drive Letter and Paths…. Click Change. Then select from the drop-down menu to assign a letter and click OK. Restart your computer and check if your WD external hard drive not recognized problem has been solved.

Why my external hard drive is not showing up?

If the drive still isn’t working, unplug it and try a different USB port. It’s possible the port in question is failing, or just being finicky with your specific drive. If it’s plugged into a USB 3.0 port, try a USB 2.0 port. If it’s plugged into a USB hub, try plugging it directly into the PC instead.

How do I restore my WD Passport to factory settings?

For a system only reset, the battery has to have at least a 25% charge.

  1. With the power ON , hold down the Power and WPS buttons at the same time for around 10 seconds until the drive reboots and the Power and Battery Status LED flashes white.
  2. Wait until the Wi-Fi LED is blue before reconnecting.

How do I access files on my WD My Book?

If you can access the Internet from a computer, you can securely access your media and files anywhere in the world at https://www.wd2go.com. WD 2go web access provides fee-free remote access to your My Book Live personal cloud storage.