Seagate GoFlex Satellite User Guide
Seagate GoFlex Satellite Manual
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...Guide © 2012 Seagate Technology LLC. All rights reserved. Seagate, Seagate Technology, the Wave logo, FreeAgent, GoFlex, GoFlex Satellite and GoFlex Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Seagate Technology LLC, or one of its affiliates... -
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... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no ... has been completely removed from all US models. The above function is for non-US models only. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide iii -
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Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired ... -
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... (20°C+5 °C). Retain the original product literature for future reference. Use only the cell or battery in the application for which it was intended. Dispose of properly. • • • GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide v -
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Contents 1. Introduction ...1 About This Guide ...1 GoFlex Satellite Features ...1 Product Specifications ...Supported Devices ...Supported Web Browsers ...Supported ... Music ...10 Installing GoFlex Satellite apps ...10 Installing the GoFlex Media app ...10 Installing Seagate Media Sync ...10 Viewing ... -
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... From a Computer Your GoFlex Satellite Device ...Synchronizing Your Files with Seagate Media Sync ... to its Original Settings ...21 Updating GoFlex Satellite Software ...22 Changing the Name of Your ...Your GoFlex Satellite Device ...24 Charging the Battery ...26 6. Troubleshooting ...27 Common Problems... -
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... more information about the latest firmware, videos, and tips and troubleshooting, go to the Seagate Customer Support site at www.seagate.com/support/ goflexsatellite. GoFlex Satellite Features Here's a list of some of the things you ... -
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... application available from Seagate, automatically synchronizes all of your media files with your GoFlex Satellite device. For more information, see "Synchronizing Your Files with Seagate Media ..., file types, and hardware specifications for your GoFlex Satellite device. Supported Devices Your ... -
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... (147 feet) Drive Format: NTFS The Paragon NTFS driver is available to enable read/write access using Mac operating system. The software is available on your GoFlex Satellite device. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 3 -
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...GoFlex Satellite™ Wi-Fi Security Since your GoFlex Satellite device is a wireless broadcasting device, it... can set a password to restrict access to your GoFlex Satellite device. See "Setting a Password" on page 28 to restrict access to your GoFlex Satellite device. Tip: Remember that when you have ... -
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...: USB 3.0 Adapter Detachable USB 3.0 Cable Quick Start Guide GoFlex Satellite Wireless Storage Device USB to DC Power Cable USB ... 1: Package Contents For a detailed description of these components, review "An Overview of Your GoFlex Satellite Device" on page 30. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 5 -
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... Device Before you begin to fill up your GoFlex Satellite device with your media, please go to seagate.com/support/goflexsatellite and verify that you ... will attempt to reformat the drive inside your GoFlex Satellite device. See "Troubleshooting" on page 33 if you reformat the drive ... -
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...your files and synchronize them once they are on your GoFlex Satellite device. Review "Synchronizing Your Files with Seagate Media Sync" on page... of the components (LED lights, cables, etc.) of your GoFlex Satellite device, review "An Overview of Your GoFlex Satellite Device"... -
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... Satellite™ Device Step 4: Connecting to Your GoFlex Satellite Network You can also... Network from a Computer or Browser Connecting to the GoFlex Satellite Network from an Apple or Android Device Apple... Settings. 2. Select GoFlex Satellite. 3. Wait for the wireless network list to update and then... -
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... AirPort from the list of network connection services. 4. Select GoFlex Satellite from the list of networks. 5. Open ... Network from a Smartphone You can connect to the GoFlex Satellite device from any Wi-Fi-... for detailed instructions. 1. Go to your phone's Wi-Fi settings. 2. Select GoFlex Satellite ... -
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...and Music Installing GoFlex Satellite apps 3. Enjoying Your Videos, Photos, and Music Seagate provides... media files you copy to your GoFlex Satellite device. Seagate Media Sync™. This application ... click Downloads. 3. Click Seagate External Drives, then click GoFlex Satellite. 4. Locate the Media ... -
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...for Files If you have a lot of files stored on your GoFlex Satellite device, you can use the search tool (located at the top of all views) to find a...play videos that you have copied to your GoFlex Satellite device. 1. Open the GoFlex Media app or a Web browser. GoFlex Satelliteମ. -
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... media player my be limited to playing only certain video formats. If a video that you copied to your GoFlex Satellite device does not play, it may be in a format not supported by your media player. To pause a video • Using the app: Tap... -
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... 1. Select the Photos view. Figure 4: Photos Screen 2. To view photo(s) • To view one photo, select the photo. Tip: You can zoom in on your photo thumbnails. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 13 -
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... the app: Tap the screen and then tap the Done button in the upper left corner. From a browser: Close the current picture or click the back arrow or Home button. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 14 -
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... column on the right-hand side of the screen. To display titles and artwork of all of the albums on your GoFlex Satellite device, tap the Albums button. Tap the album to list the songs in the album. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 15 -
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... of the song title in the Search box. • To play music in the background, close the GoFlex Media app and use other apps on your device. Your music ... the currently playing song. Figure 6: Now Playing Screen To pause the currently playing song, tap the button. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 16 -
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... (app) or click (browser) the document you want to view. Not all documents can be viewed on all devices. See your device's documentation for a list of supported document types. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 17 -
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... way to view your content stored on your GoFlex Satellite device, showing your files and... you have created additional partitions on your GoFlex Satellite drive, a menu is available to choose among... My Satellite screen and view the content for the selected partition. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 18... -
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... Content to Your Media Device or Computer In addition to streaming your content from the GoFlex Satellite device, you can copy files from the GoFlex Satellite device to your media device or computer. Your only limit to the number of files you can download is the ... -
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.... Wirelessly Uploading Content From a Computer Your GoFlex Satellite Device If you have ... Network from a Computer or Browser" on page 9.) 2. From the GoFlex Satellite main screen, navigate to one of the media ... cable to the GoFlex Satellite device and to your computer. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide... -
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... appropriate device for synchronization. Each device has its own settings. Figure 9: Seagate Media Sync for Mac 2. In the right panel of the application window, ... versions with newer versions. Automatic Sync can occur only when your external drive is connected. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 21 -
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... Copying and Synchronizing Files Using a Windows Computer 1. Connect the USB 3.0 adapter and cable to the GoFlex Satellite device and to your computer. 2. Start Seagate Media Sync. Make sure that the GoFlex Satellite drive appears in the My Drives window. 3. ... -
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3. Enjoying Your Videos, Photos, and Music Synchronizing Your Files with Seagate Media Sync complete the sync task. If you want to make changes to the plan ... Return to the Seagate Media Sync window if you want to make changes to the plan after it has been set up. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 23 -
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... drive, click Drive Info. To get help, click the help icon. If you're not able to find the answer to your question, click Customer Support to go to Seagate's Support Web site. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 24 -
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...Seagate Advisor Setting. The Change Seagate Advisor Setting window opens. Show Seagate Advisor messages is selected by default. 3. To turn off Seagate Advisor pop-up ... Advisor system tray popup messages does not turn off Software Update Notification popup messages. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 25 -
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...Satellite Device" "Restoring GoFlex Satellite to its Original Settings" "Updating GoFlex Satellite Software" "Disconnecting ... If you experience minor problems with your GoFlex Satellite device, follow these ... Media app or connect to your GoFlex Satellite device from a browser. 3. Select Settings, and ... -
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...your device. You will need to reconnect to your GoFlex Satellite device. See "Step 4: Connecting.... Pressing the factory default button on the bottom of the GoFlex Satellite device performs the same function... 4: Connecting to Your GoFlex Satellite Network" on page 7. GoFlex Satellite™ User Guide 27... -
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...GoFlex Satellite™ Device Updating GoFlex Satellite Software Updating GoFlex Satellite Software From time ... GoFlex Satellite device. To check if new software is available, go to www.seagate.com/support/..., follow these steps to update the GoFlex Satellite software. 1. From the GoFlex Media app or if... -
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...choose the language you want. Disconnecting Your GoFlex Satellite Device From Your Computer To avoid ... files, follow these instructions to safely remove your GoFlex Satellite device from your computer: 1. Make sure that no files on GoFlex Satellite are open or in the process of being saved or copied... -
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... Device This chapter provides an overview of your GoFlex Satellite device (powering on the device, charging, ...LED lights, etc.). Understanding the Components of Your GoFlex Satellite Device This section identifies the the different ... Satellite device. DC Power Connector USM SATA Connector Wi-Fi LED ... -
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... Device Understanding the Components of Your GoFlex Satellite Device Red: Battery is low; requires... this process. For more information, see "Restoring GoFlex Satellite to its Original Settings" on page 27... connector and USB cable connected to the GoFlex Satellite device. Activity Lights Figure... -
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...after five minutes of inactivity. Figure 5: Charging GoFlex Satellite When the power LED turns red,.... The fastest way to charge the battery is to connect the GoFlex Satellite device to a power outlet using ... charging after four hours. Your GoFlex Satellite device also charges when it is connected ... -
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... button to update the page you are viewing from a browser. Can't connect wirelessly to the GoFlex Satellite... as walls between your device and GoFlex Satellite, may affect the strength of the signal....com in the browser's address bar to connect to your GoFlex Satellite network. Click the Refresh button... -
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... your device supports the file format. You can copy any file to the GoFlex Satellite ... files will only play or view the formats it supports. Your GoFlex Satellite device does not ... list. For more information, see "Connecting to the GoFlex Satellite Network from a Smartphone" on page 9. My computer ... -
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6. Troubleshooting Finding More Help I know the GoFlex Satellite device is broadcasting, but I can't ... art appears in my photo slideshows Your GoFlex Satellite device includes pictures that are larger ... information provided in this guide, you can view a video located on your GoFlex Satellite device ...