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Power port connects the device to an ac adapter and the power outlet. Hello guys, i tried to power up my drive wich is a mybook 2t can t really tell more about it, it always worked nicely but i havent been using it for a while, tonight i tried to plug the 12v adapter into the wall and didnt launch also connected 3. Wd my book essential wdbaaf0015hbk ac adapter charger power. With the power of wd backup, apple time machine compatibility and. Now everytime i copy a big file from my book to other hdd the transfert speed drop signficantly from 90mbs to 100 or 0 kbs. I recently bought a wd my book essentials 2tb with the intention of using it as a nas. Western digitals mybook drives are very convenient and popular storage options, but if the drive stops working then you might have success by giving it a quick love tap. Western digital my book mini usb port replacement some of the newer enclosures are not fully mac compatible, like the seagate expansion enclosure, so make sure it will work with mac before buying. Jan 06, 2012 side note i will mention is has a power button but powers down and up automatically when ejected or attached. Western digital my book live user manual pdf download. Tips for getting started with the wd my book backup drive mikes.
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