How do I update my WD drivers?

How do I update my WD drivers?

Instructions

1. Download the Western Digital Dashboard to your hard drive.
2. Run the downloaded installer by double clicking DashboardSetup.exe.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation.
4. When the installation has completed successfully, click on the Finish button.

How do I make my Elements hard drive compatible with Mac?

7 Quick Steps To Format WD Elements For Mac [2021]

1. Open Up Disk Utility.
2. In Your Disk Utility Window.
3. Click On Your WD Elements Drive.
4. Look At The Top Of Your Disk Utility Pop Up Window.
5. Filling In Your WD Elements Formatting Options.
6. Click The Erase Button.
7. Double Click On Your WD Elements Drive Icon On Your Desktop.

Can a WD element be used as a portable hard drive?

WD Elements portable hard drives offer reliable, high-capacity storage, fast data transfer rates and universal connectivity with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices to back up your photos, videos and files on the go. Compatible with: PC;Mac 500 GB Portable

What do you need to know about WD hard drives?

WD hard drives are engineered with Data Lifeguard Tools, a combination of hardware and software that work together to provide you with the best performance and reliability you’ve come to expect from WD drives.

What kind of software do I need to back up my WD drive?

WD Backup (Support for WD Backup has ended. Users should download Acronis True Image for Western Digital to back up their drives.) WD SmartWare (Support for WD SmartWare has ended. Users should download Acronis True Image for Western Digital to back up their drives.)

How do I install a WD hard drive?

Installing a WD hard drive takes just a few simple steps. Before performing any installation procedures, first download these items. Open your computer. Mount the drive in a 3.5″ device bay. If your computer comes with mounting rails, you will need to install these first. Attach the SATA or PATA interface cable (not included).