Kodak P190 Portable External Hard Drive

1. ആമുഖം

The Kodak P190 is a high-speed, portable external hard drive designed for reliable data storage and quick access. Featuring a USB 3.0 interface, it offers fast data transfer rates, making it ideal for backing up files, storing multimedia, and expanding storage for various devices including laptops, desktops, and gaming consoles like PS5.

Figure 1: Kodak P190 Portable Hard Drive and its packaging.

2. പാക്കേജ് ഉള്ളടക്കം

പാക്കേജിൽ ഇനിപ്പറയുന്ന ഇനങ്ങൾ ഉണ്ടോ എന്ന് പരിശോധിക്കുക:

• Kodak P190 Portable Hard Drive
• Micro-B to USB-A Cable
• ഉപയോക്തൃ മാനുവൽ
• പാക്കേജിംഗ് ബോക്സ്

Figure 2: Contents included in the Kodak P190 package.

3 സ്പെസിഫിക്കേഷനുകൾ

Figure 3: Detailed product parameters for the Kodak P190.

Figure 4: Physical dimensions of the Kodak P190.

4. സജ്ജീകരണ നിർദ്ദേശങ്ങൾ

1. **Unpack the Device**: Carefully remove the Kodak P190 Portable Hard Drive and the Micro-B to USB-A cable from its packaging.
2. **Connect to Your Device**: Insert the Micro-B end of the provided USB cable into the port on the Kodak P190.
3. **Connect to Host**: Insert the USB-A end of the cable into an available USB 3.0 port on your computer, laptop, or compatible device (e.g., PS5). For optimal performance, use a USB 3.0 port.
4. **Automatic Recognition**: The operating system should automatically detect and install the necessary drivers for the hard drive. This may take a few moments.
5. **Accessing the Drive**: Once recognized, the drive will appear as a new storage device in 'My Computer' (Windows) or 'Finder' (macOS). You can now begin transferring files.

Figure 5: Connecting the Kodak P190 to a laptop via USB 3.0.

Figure 6: USB 3.0 interface provides significantly faster data transfer speeds.

5. പ്രവർത്തന നിർദ്ദേശങ്ങൾ

5.1 ഡാറ്റ കൈമാറ്റം

• **Drag and Drop**: Simply drag files or folders from your computer to the Kodak P190 drive icon, or vice versa, to transfer data.
• **Copy and Paste**: Right-click on files/folders, select 'Copy', then navigate to the desired location on the P190, right-click, and select 'Paste'.

5.2 Working Status Indicator

The Kodak P190 features an LED indicator to show its working status:

• **Red Light Off**: The device is disconnected or not receiving power.
• **Red Light Always On**: The device is connected and powered on.

Figure 7: Understanding the LED indicator status.

5.3 ഇന്റലിജന്റ് സ്ലീപ്പ് മോഡ്

The Kodak P190 is designed with an intelligent sleep function. If the drive is inactive for approximately 10 minutes, it will enter dormancy mode to conserve power and prolong its lifespan.

Figure 8: The intelligent sleep feature helps in power saving and durability.

6. പരിപാലനം

• **Safe Removal**: Always safely eject the hard drive from your operating system before physically disconnecting it. This prevents data corruption.
• **Physical Care**: Keep the hard drive in a clean, dry environment. Avoid extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, and high humidity.
• **Avoid Drops and Shocks**: The P190 has an ABS shell, but it is still a mechanical device. Protect it from physical impact to prevent damage to internal components.
• **Cleaning**: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the drive. Do not use liquid cleaners or solvents.

7. പ്രശ്‌നപരിഹാരം

• **Drive Not Detected**:
• Ensure the USB cable is securely connected to both the hard drive and the computer's USB port.
• നിങ്ങളുടെ കമ്പ്യൂട്ടറിലെ മറ്റൊരു യുഎസ്ബി പോർട്ടിലേക്ക് കണക്റ്റുചെയ്യാൻ ശ്രമിക്കുക.
• Try connecting to a different computer to rule out a computer-specific issue.
• Check 'Disk Management' (Windows) or 'Disk Utility' (macOS) to see if the drive is recognized but not assigned a drive letter or needs initialization/formatting.
• **Slow Transfer Speeds**:
• Ensure you are connected to a USB 3.0 port. USB 2.0 ports will result in significantly slower speeds.
• വലിയ ജോലികൾ ചെയ്യുമ്പോൾ ഒന്നിലധികം ആവശ്യപ്പെടുന്ന ആപ്ലിക്കേഷനുകൾ പ്രവർത്തിപ്പിക്കുന്നത് ഒഴിവാക്കുക. file കൈമാറ്റങ്ങൾ.
• Check the health of the drive using disk utility software.
• **Drive Disconnects Randomly**:
• യുഎസ്ബി കേബിൾ അയഞ്ഞിട്ടില്ലെന്ന് ഉറപ്പാക്കുക.
• മറ്റൊരു USB കേബിൾ പരീക്ഷിക്കുക.
• Disable USB selective suspend settings in Windows power options if applicable.

8 ഉപയോക്തൃ നുറുങ്ങുകൾ

• **Avoid Hot Swapping**: It is crucial to safely eject the hard drive from your operating system before unplugging it. Hot swapping (disconnecting without ejecting) can lead to data corruption and damage the product.
• **Regular Backups**: Even with external storage, it's good practice to maintain multiple backups of critical data.
• **Organize Files**: Create a clear folder structure on your external drive to easily manage your movies, photos, documents, and other files.
• **Utilize USB 3.0**: Always connect the P190 to a USB 3.0 port on your device to take full advantage of its high-speed transfer capabilities (up to 5Gbps theoretical, 100-120 MB/s actual).

9. വാറൻ്റിയും പിന്തുണയും

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the official Kodak Digital Store webസൈറ്റിൽ ബന്ധപ്പെടുക അല്ലെങ്കിൽ അവരുടെ ഉപഭോക്തൃ സേവനവുമായി ബന്ധപ്പെടുക. വാറന്റി ക്ലെയിമുകൾക്കുള്ള വാങ്ങലിന്റെ തെളിവായി നിങ്ങളുടെ വാങ്ങൽ രസീത് സൂക്ഷിക്കുക.