Samsung Portable SSD X5 User Manual MU-PB500B MU-PB1T0B MU-PB2T0B
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Samsung Portable SSD X5 User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 1 Getting Started ............................................................................................................................. 2 What’s In the Box ................................................................................................................................................
Introduction Samsung Portable SSD X5 is a revolutionary external storage with integrated cutting-edge NVMe™ and Thunderbolt™ 3 technologies. The X5 is designed for content creators and high-tech professionals who need fast and secure access to data in a lightweight and compact storage solution. The X5 also leads the industry with a 2TB capacity option.
Getting Started Before using the Samsung Portable SSD X5 (referred to as “X5”), please read this User Manual thoroughly so that you may know how to use the product in a safe and appropriate manner. What’s In the Box • Samsung Portable SSD X5 • Thunderbolt™ 3 (40 Gbps) USB-C cable • Quick Start Guide & Warranty Statement Thunderbolt™ 3 connection port How to Connect / Disconnect ① Connect the drive to the Thunderbolt™ 3 port on your Mac or Windows PC.
System Requirements Mac and Windows PCs with Thunderbolt™ 3 ports 3) 4) ※ Thunderbolt™ 3 Interface Support Thunderbolt™ 3 is a hardware interface that enables high-speed data transfer of up to 40Gbps bandwidth which is two times faster than the previous Thunderbolt™ 2 and eight times faster than USB 3. By integrating USB-C connector5), Thunderbolt™ 3 delivers the most convenient versatile connection to data devices, docks, displays, etc. Operating System Requirements macOS Sierra (version 10.
File Formats X5 is pre-formatted in using exFAT file system which is supported by Windows OS and Mac OS. Whether data formatted to a certain format may be read or written to your computer vary depending on the OS, as specified in the table below. If you use X5 on a single OS, it is recommended that you format the X5 using the appropriate file format for that OS. (e.g.
Using X5 Connecting X5 Select the cable compatible with your device. Connect one end of the cable to the device and the other end to the X5. When using the Thunderbolt 3 storages (X5) for the first time in the Windows OS, you need to “Approve” Thunderbolt 3 devices. Select “Always Connect” then “OK”. Disconnecting X5 Be sure to use Safely Remove Hardware feature for every disconnection of X5.
LED behavior by product status The following table describes LED behavior by X5 Status. Product status LED Behavior Plugged in / Idle Solid White Read / Write Blinking White Installing Samsumg Portable SSD Software (For Password protection and Firmware update) Connect the X5 to a PC/Laptop, find the below installation files in the device folder, and install the appropriate one. Windows OS: SamsungPortableSSD_Setup_Win.exe Mac OS: SamsungPortableSSD_Setup_Mac.
1. Running Samsung Portable SSD Software Select “Samsung Portable SSD” application icon on Desktop. * Samsung Portable SSD Software may not operate without device (driver) enabled. Samsung Portable SSD Software Icon 2. Setting Password (Optional) Please follow the instructions that appear on each screen of the Samsung Portable SSD Software. Once you agree to the terms and conditions of the Samsung Portable SSD Software while it is being installed, you can set a password through the following steps.
* When both Samsung Portable SSD Driver and SATSMARTDriver are installed and conflict is detected, the instructions like the following will be available: How to remove Samsung Portable SSD Driver and install SATSMARTDriver #sudo kextunload /System/Library/Extensions/SamsungPortableSSDDriver.kext #sudo kextload /System/Library/Extensions/SATSMARTDriver.kext How to remove SATSMARTDriver and install SamsungPortableSSDDriver #sudo kextunload /System/Library/Extensions/SATSMARTDriver.
Home screen * Depending on the user environment, the “SamsungPortableSSD Software” may not be executed automatically. In such case, please double-click the “SamsungPortableSSD Software” icon in Explorer on Windows or the Desktop on Mac. * Password protection may be supported by certain version of each OS (or higher) only. Please check whether your OS meets the system requirements and supports password protection.
4. Change in Settings You can change your security mode/user name/password of the X5 by clicking “SETTINGS” button on the main page. When using a computer without the security software, you can download installation file (“SamsungPortableSSD_Setup_Win.exe” for Windows OS, “SamsungPortableSSD_Setup_Mac.pkg” for Mac OS) from the Samsung website (http://www.samsung.com/portable-ssd) and install it to change the settings.
Settings screen (Security Mode OFF) • Name /Password You can change Name and Password. For changing password, please click “CHANGE” button.
5. Update Software and Product firmware If your computer is connected to the internet, the number of Software/Firmware updates available will show on the bottom of left panel. By clicking “UPDATE” button ( ), you may go to update page.
By clicking “UPDATE” button ( ), you can download the latest software (“SW”) or firmware (“FW”) and update it. By clicking “Check for Update Automatically” toggle button ( ), you can choose whether to have SW and FW automatically updated whenever Samsung Portable SSD is connected. By clicking refresh button ( ), you can refresh update status. By clicking arrow down button ( ), you can see detail information on the applicable update.
In case of X5, Samsung Portable SSD Software update is available for both macOS and Windows OS versions. But X5 FW update is available for Windows OS version only. 6. Delete “Samsung Portable SSD Software” Deleting software on each OS Computer OS Description If user installed SW using SamsungPortableSSD_Set up_Win.exe Software can be uninstalled via “Uninstall or change a program”.
Caution Failure to follow the instructions and cautions in each section of this manual may result in injury, damage to the product or data loss. Please read thoroughly before using the product. Back Up Important Data No computer system can be absolutely secure. Samsung does not provide any kind of guarantee and/or warranty against data loss on the X5 under any circumstances.
Use Genuine Accessories Always use genuine parts and accessories certified by Samsung. Samsung shall not be liable for damages to the product or loss of user data caused by use of nongenuine parts or accessories. Use in Appropriate Temperature and Humidity Use the product in appropriate environment: temperature between 5°C - 35°C and humidity between 10 - 80%. Use No Excessive Force in Unplugging the Cable Do not pull or unplug the cable using excessive force.
Product Specifications and Certifications Product Specifications Samsung Portable SSD X5 Interface Compatibility Thunderbolt™ 3 (40Gbps) H/W) Macs and Windows PCs with Thunderbolt 3 ports (Not backward compatible/ does not work on PCs only support USB) OS) macOS Sierra (10.12) or higher / Windows 10 64bit RS 2 or higher Capacities 500GB/1TB/2TB7) Dimensions 119 x 62 x 19.7 mm (4.7 x 2.4 x 0.8 in) Weight 150 grams (5.
Certifications Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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 operation of the device Indoor use only FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
