Operation Manual

WD ReadyView™ User Manual 33
12 External Storage
12.1 Connecting a Storage Device
A powered, external storage device can be used for saving video files and other data. A WD My
Book unit (not included with your WD ReadyView kit) is recommended. Connect an external
device to the system using the USB port on the back of the NVR. The device must be formatted
NTFS before connecting it to the WD ReadyView system. USB flash drives or external storage
without separate power supplies are not compatible with the WD ReadyView system.
Connecting the Device
1. Connect a USB cable (typically supplied with the external device) to an open USB port on
the back of the NVR.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the device.
3. Connect the device to an AC outlet.
4. Tap the Main Menu icon.
5. Tap Config Manager.
6. Tap Total Storage; the amount of available storage for both internal (NVR) and external
devices will be displayed.