Question about using included WD software

I am going to purchase the MyBook Essential 3.0 1T but do not want to use their software. I will be using Casper backup software. I just want to make sure that the drive won’t automatically install their software when I plug it in. Is there a way to delete the software and still have the drive fully functioning? I use Windows 7. Thanks for any advice on how to proceed with getting this drive set up.

The software will not install unless you chose to install it. If you don’t want to use the software just reformat the drive and that’s it. You can always get it from WD’s web if you change your mind.

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