JBOS PC08SBL Holder Storage Bag for USB Flash User Manual

JBOS PC08SBL Holder Storage Bag for USB Flash

How to Use a USB Flash Drive?

On Mac

• Insert the flash drive into a USB port on your Mac or through a hub connected to your Mac.

• The USB drive should automatically appear on your desktop. If you cannot see it, follow these steps Open Finder and navigate to Preferences.

• Under the General tab, ensure that the “External disks” option is checked.

• To copy files from your Mac to the USB drive, you have two options

  • Drag and drop the files from your Mac directly onto the USB drive. This will create duplicates on the USB drive, while keeping the original files on your computer.
  • Alternatively, you can use the copy and paste function to transfer files from your Mac to the USB drive.

• To copy files from the USB drive to your Mac, follow these steps

  • Drag and drop the selected files to your desired location on your Mac.
  • Alternatively, you can use the copy and paste function to transfer files from the USB drive to your Mac.

• If you want to rename the flash drive, follow these steps

  • Right-click (or control-click) on the USB drive’s icon.
  • From the drop-down menu, select the “Rename” option.
  • Enter a new name for the drive, ensuring it does not exceed 11 characters.

• To safely eject the USB drive, you have two options

  • Click the Eject button located next to the USB drive in Finder.
  • Right-click (or control-click) on the USB drive’s icon and choose the “Eject” option from the menu that appears.

On a Windows

• Insert the flash drive into a USB port on your Windows computer.

• The drive should appear in File Explorer (formerly known as Windows Explorer). If you don’t see it, look for it under “This PC” or “My Computer.”

• To copy files onto the drive from your computer, you have two options

  • Drag and drop the files from your computer directly onto the flash drive. This action will duplicate the files, leaving the original files on your computer.
  • Alternatively, you can use the copy and paste function to transfer files from your computer to the flash drive.

• To copy files from the drive to your computer, follow these steps

  • Drag and drop the selected files to the desired location on your computer.
  • You can also use the copy and paste function to transfer files from the drive to your computer.

• If you wish to remove a file from the drive, right-click on the file’s icon and select “Delete” from the drop-down menu.
  To rename the flash drive, follow these steps.

  • Right-click on the drive’s icon.
  • Select the “Rename” option from the drop-down menu.
  • Enter a new name for the drive, making sure it does not exceed 11 characters.

• To safely eject the drive, right-click on the drive’s icon and select “Eject” from the drop-down menu.

How to Format Your USB Drive?

• Before formatting, ensure you have backed up any important data on the USB drive.

Formatting a USB Drive on Mac

• Connect the USB drive to your Mac.
• Open the “Disk Utility” application by navigating to Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility.
• In Disk Utility, select your USB drive from the list.
• Click on the “Erase” tab or button to begin the formatting process.
• Choose a new name for the USB drive, if desired, and select the desired format from the drop-down menu.
• Click the “Erase” button to start the formatting process.
• Once the formatting is complete, click “Done” to finish.

Formatting a USB Drive on Windows

• Connect the USB drive to your Windows computer.
• Open “My Computer” and locate the USB drive.
• Right-click on the USB drive and select the “Format” option.
• In the format settings window, you can choose a new name for the USB drive, if needed, and select the desired format.
• Click the “Start” button to begin the formatting process.
• Follow any additional prompts or confirmations, if required.
• Once the formatting is complete, click “OK” to finish.

Choosing the File System

The choice of file system depends on your intended use and compatibility requirements. Here are the commonly used file systems

• FAT32: Compatible with both Windows and Mac. Maximum individual file size limit is 4GB
• exFAT: Compatible with both Windows and Mac. Allows for larger file sizes.
• NTFS: Commonly used in Windows. Supports large file sizes and additional security features.

How to Copy Files Larger Than 4GB onto a USB Drive?

• If you need to copy files larger than 4GB onto a USB drive, follow these steps
• If you are using it on Windows ONLY, format the drive as NTFS or exFAT.
• If you are using it on both Windows and Mac, format the drive as exFAT.

Refer to the Drive” section for detailed instructions on formatting.

Troubleshooting

Difficulty Ejecting the USB Drive

• If you encounter difficulties safely ejecting the USB drive, please follow these steps
  • Ensure that no files or programs are actively using the USB drive.
  • Close any windows or applications that might be accessing the drive.
  • To eject the drive on Windows, right-click on its icon and select “Eject.” On Mac, you can click the Eject button in Finder.

Issues with Compatibility on Other USB Devices

• If the USB drive is not working on other USB devices, please consider the following
• Verify the format of the USB drive. Most USB devices are compatible with the FAT32 or FAT file systems. Make sure the drive is formatted accordingly.
• Try connecting the USB drive to different USB ports or devices to rule out any port-specific issues.
• If the USB drive works on other devices but not on a specific device, it may indicate compatibility issues with that particular device. Ensure that the device supports USB flash drives and that the USB port is functioning correctly.

Contact Us for Further Assistance

If you require additional support, have further questions, or encounter any other issues, please feel free to contact our dedicated customer support team. We are here to assist you.
You can reach us through the following channels

• Contact us through amazon – go to Your Orders in Your Account. Click the seller’s name under the appropriate product. Then, in the “Further Information” section, click “Contact the Seller.
• Email : jbos.service@hotmail.com

Our dedicated support team is ready to assist you with any issues or inquiries you may have regarding your USB Flash Drive Pack Thank you for choosing JBOS. We hope you enjoy using your USB flash drives

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