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Elements Manual and Software and Switch

Hello,
i need a little beginner help. I have a WD Elements 5TB without a manual or software. I can’t find any instructions online either - only guarantee pdf. I can’t find any software either. Shouldn’t there at least be a backup program? And how do you turn off the record? Can you control this with software? But I can’t find it either … Can someone help me?
Thank you. Lutz

Hi @Lutzi54,

We request to share serial number and model number to assist in better way.

Also you can refer below link to check with team for installation:
https://support-en.wd.com/app/utils/login_form

Model WDBWLG0050HBK-04 Serial WX81D65CA657

Hi @Lutzi54,

Please refer below link to know installation process:

If issue still persist, please refer below link to check with team for installation:
https://support-en.wd.com/app/utils/login_form

Very funny! I know that: one million word, but no one how the disk work.
How to atach cables i know myself!
That doesnt answer my questions!

I agree. Just bought 14 TB WD Elements and still have no idea how to turn it off safely. There is no software links on WD Elements webpage, nor any software provided with hard drive. No instructions either. Can someone please tell how this HDD may be safely ejected and turned off?

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