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Data Transfer Accelerator

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    System Requirements
    File Info
    Preparation
    Download & Install

    IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

    This information is for the following models:

    • HD-EG5
    • HD-EG5U
    • HDE1

    About this download

    Benefits and improvements

    This utility installs the Data Transfer Accelerator software for the External Hard Drive and provides the following benefits:
    • Accelerates reading and writing of data to and from the External Hard Drive
    • Supports faster USB data transfer
      Note: Transfer files approximately 3 times faster via USB 3.0 or approximately 2 times faster via USB 2.0.

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems

    • Windows Vista®
    • Windows Vista® 64-bit
    • Windows® 7
    • Windows® 7 64-bit
    • Windows® 8
    • Windows® 8 64-bit
    • Windows® XP

    File Info

    File Name

    • Data Tranfer Accelerator

    File Version

    • N/A

    File Size

    • 29.93 MB

    Release Date

    • 08-02-2013

    Before You Start

    Important Notes

    • During the installation of this update, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
    • To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
    • It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.

    Download & Install

    System Requirements

    Before downloading and installing the software, please check the system requirements below to determine whether or not this program is compatible with your computer.


    Minimum System Requirements:

    • Operating System: One of the following preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® operating systems:
      • Windows 8 (32-bit / 64-bit)
        (Windows 8 / Windows 8 Pro)
      • Windows 7 (32-bit / 64-bit)
        (Ultimate / Professional / Home Premium / Home Basic / Starter)
      • Windows Vista® (32-bit / 64-bit)
        (Ultimate / Business / Home Premium / Home Basic)
      • Windows XP (32-bit only)
        (Professional / Home Edition)
    • CPU:
      • Pentium® III 450 MHz or higher
    • Memory (RAM):
      • 256 MB or more
    • Display: High color (16-bit) or higher and 800 x 600 resolution or higher

    Download and Installation Instructions

    1. To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
    2. Click the "Download" icon or the file link at the bottom of the page.
    3. Please follow the on-screen prompts carefully to complete the installation.

    The software is now installed.