SimpleTech hsd1000 Quick Setup Guide

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While the computer is powered on, it is recommended that you stop SimpleDrive from 
running before disconnecting or powering off the drive. To avoid data loss, make sure to 
close any open files and exit any applications running on the drive.
Shutting Down SimpleDrive in Windows
1
In the System Tray, double-
click the Safely Remove 
Hardware icon.
2
In the Safely Remove 
Hardware window that 
appears, select SimpleDrive, 
and then click Stop.
3
When Windows notifies you 
that it is safe to do so, unplug 
SimpleDrive from your 
computer or power off the 
drive.
Shutting Down SimpleDrive in Mac OS
1
Double-click the SimpleDrive 
desktop icon.
2
In the Finder window that 
appears, click the Eject button.
3
Disconnect SimpleDrive from 
your computer or power off the 
drive.
You can also stop SimpleDrive 
from running by dragging the 
drive’s desktop icon to the 
Trash bin.
Safely Remove Hardware icon
Eject button