Samsung Portable SSD t5
Samsung Portable SSD t5
User Manual
MU-PA250B MU-PA500B MU-PA1T0B MU-PA2T0B
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Samsung Portable SSD T5
User Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 1
Using T5 .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Using T5 ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Understanding the LEDs.................................................................................................................................. 18
Caution ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Backing Up Important Data and Guarantees .............................................................................................. 19
Guarantees Regarding Forgotten Passwords ............................................................................................. 19
Compliance with Safety Standards and Connecting to Certified Devices............................................. 19
Shock, Vibration ................................................................................................................................................ 19
Disassembly, Damage, Removal .................................................................................................................... 19
Use of Genuine Accessories ............................................................................................................................ 19
Using the Product in Appropriate Temperature and Humidity ............................................................... 19
Connecting to Devices Other Than a Computer or Android Device ........................................................ 20
Unplugging the Cable ......................................................................................................................................20
Virus Scans and Updates .................................................................................................................................20
Cleaning the Product .......................................................................................................................................20
Keep Away from Children, Infants and Pets ................................................................................................ 20
FAQ ................................................................................................................................................ 21
Industry-leading Speed
Samsung, a world leader in Memory technology, has pioneered and revolutionized external storage
with the extraordinarily fast Samsung Portable SSD T5, offering transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s.
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Getting Started
Before using the Samsung Portable SSD T5 (referred to as “T5”), please read this User Manual
thoroughly so that you may know how to use the product in a safe and appropriate manner.
C to C cable
How to Connect
Select the cable compatible with your device. Connect one end of the cable to the device and the other
end to the T5.
C to C cable C to A cable
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System Requirements
1. USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) or USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Interface Support
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a serial input/output interface standard for connecting various
devices. T5’s data transfer speed is optimal with USB 3 (USB 3.1 Gen 2 and USB 3.1 Gen 1,
collectively referred to as “USB 3”), and using lower versions such as USB 2.0 and 1.1 may result in
lower performances due to interface limitations inherent in such lower versions.
* Performance may vary depending on user’s system to which T5 is connected. Even when using
USB 3.0 connections, T5 may not perform well if your system does not support UASP (USB
Attached SCSI Protocol). Please make sure that your system supports UASP.
3. File Formats
T5 is pre-formatted in using exFAT file system which is supported by Windows OS, Mac OS, and
Android operating systems. Whether data formatted to a certain format may be read or written to
your computer vary depending on the OS, as specified in the table below. If you use T5 on a single
OS, it is recommended that you format the T5 using the appropriate file format for that OS. (e.g.)
Read/write restrictions for file systems by each operating system
* When using exFAT across multiple operating systems, data writing may become locked and you
may only be able to read data. If such problem occurs, you can restore write access by following
the instructions below.
• Mac OS: Connect T5 to your Mac again, and perform Eject.
• Windows OS: When the notice pops up saying that write access is disabled, click “Scan and fix”
to perform Check Disk (CHKDSK). If you did shut down the notice without performing Check
Disk, you may do it by selecting the drive → Right-click → Properties → Tools → click Check.
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4. Capacity of T5 Displayed on the System
The capacity reported by the system to which T5 is connected may differ from the labeled capacity,
due to the difference between the decimal and binary systems of measurement and other factors
including the drive’s partitioning and blocking.
* e.g.: Windows OS: 1 GB = 1024MB, Mac OS: 1GB = 1000MB
Labeled capacity uses decimal system and is convertible as below:
1 GB=1,000,000,000 bytes, 1 TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes
Lower capacity may be demonstrated by your computer due to use of a different measurement
standard.
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Using T5
Using T5
1. Connecting T5
Select the cable compatible with your device. Connect one end of the cable to the device and the
other end to the T5.
2. Installing Samsung Portable SSD Software (For Password protection and Firmware update)
B. Setting Password
* Password protection is optional. You may use T5 without security/update feature enabled.
Please follow the instructions that appear on each screen of the Samsung Portable SSD
Software. Once you agree to the terms and conditions of the Samsung Portable SSD Software
while it is being installed, you can set a password through the following steps. (Certain
elements of Samsung Portable SSD Software will be installed on the user’s computer for
password protection.)
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* Samsung shall not be liable for loss of user data caused by forgotten or stolen passwords. In
an effort to keep the device as secure as possible, there is no password recovery option. If the
password is forgotten, users need to have T5 to be restored to factory setting through online
service rendered by our customer service centers. Please keep it in mind that all user data
placed in T5 will be lost by factory reset and be cautious not to forget or misplace your
password.
* Only Mac OS, “Samsung Portable SSD” driver is required for the security functionality. If the
kernel extension is not installed, complete the installation by following the sequence on the
package installation. Once installed, disconnect and reconnect T5 to confirm that the
installation was successful.
* Only Mac OS, “Samsung Portable SSD” driver and some of 3rd party drivers, including
SATSMARTDriver are mutually exclusive. If you wish to work with SATSMARTDriver, please
remove Samsung Portable SSD driver and install SATSMARTDriver as following instruction.
* When both Samsung Portable SSD Driver and SATSMARTDriver are installed and conflict is
detected, the instructions like the following will be available:
How to remove Samsung Portable SSD Driver and install SATSMARTDriver
#sudo kextunload /System/Library/Extensions/SamsungPortableSSDDriver.kext
#sudo kextload /System/Library/Extensions/SATSMARTDriver.kext
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C. Unlock T5
If you’ve enabled password protection, every time you connect T5 to your computer you need to
enter your password and click the “UNLOCK” button before getting access to the data in T5. If
you fail to type correct password, your access will be confined to capacity of about 128MB
allocated to SamsungPortableSSD.exe and SamsungPortableSSD.app, which means that you
will be locked out of the data protected by password.
Home Screen
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* You may choose another Samsung Portable SSD by clicking T5’s name on left panel. Samsung
Portable SSD Software lists the entire host devices (up to 6) to which Samsung Portable SSD is
connected.
D. Change in Settings
• Running Samsung Portable SSD Software for settings on Windows OS and Mac OS
You can change your user name/password/security mode of the T5 by clicking “SETTINGS”
button on the main page. When using a computer without the security software, you can
download installation file (“SamsungPortableSSD_Setup_Win.exe” for Windows OS,
“SamsungPortableSSD_Setup_Mac.pkg” for Mac OS) from the Samsung website
(http://www.samsung.com/portable-ssd) and install it to change the settings.
SETTINGS
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You may change user name, password and security mode. For changing password, please click
“CHANGE” button.
For making a change in security mode between ON and OFF, please click toggle button and
enter correct password.
Refer to the table below for a description of T5 security status indicator.
Status Description
This signifies that security mode is on, but user has not
Locked
unlocked T5. You can unlock T5 on unlock page.
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E. Update SW and FW
If your computer is connected to the internet, the number of SW/FW updates available will
show on the bottom of left panel.
Update page
By clicking “UPDATE” button ( ), you can download the latest software (“SW”) or
firmware (“FW”) and update it.
By clicking “Check for Update Automatically” toggle button ( ), you can choose whether to
have SW and FW automatically updated whenever Samsung Portable SSD is connected.
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*When user changes “Check for Update Automatically” from OFF to ON, SW doesn’t refresh
update information immediately. Update information is refreshed when either user clicks
refresh button or Samsung Portable SSD is connected to the computer.
* For FW updates, security mode needs to be OFF. Any access to T5, including
copying/deleting/formatting partition, while FW is being updated, may cause abnormal
behavior of or damage to the T5.
* Once FW has been updated, please disconnect and reconnect T5 to ensure that the FW update
was successful.
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F. Delete “Samsung Portable SSD” Software
Deleting software on each OS
Computer OS Description
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For Android devices
C. Setting Password
Setting a password is easy. You may use the same password saved in T5 for computer and
Android.
* Samsung shall not be liable for loss of user data caused by forgotten or stolen passwords. In
an effort to keep the device as secure as possible, there is no password recovery option. If the
password is forgotten, users need to have T5 to be restored to factory setting through online
service rendered by our customer service centers. Please keep it in mind that all user data
placed in T5 will be lost by factory reset and be cautious not to forget or misplace your
password.
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D. Unlock T5
If you've enabled password protection, every time you connect T5 to your computer you need to
enter your password and press the “UNLOCK” button before getting access to the data in T5.
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E. Home Screen
If password protection is not enabled in your T5, you can enter to Setting screen by clicking one
of the two areas.
F. Settings Screen
You can change the user name of T5 or password, and turn ON/OFF security mode.
For changing password, please click "CHANGE" button.
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G. Update SW and FW
To enter the update screen, click the Update page button ( ) on Home screen.
Update Screen
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3. Removing Safely from Computer
When disconnecting T5 from your computer, please use the Safely Remove Hardware feature to
protect your data against possible damages.
* Unplugging from computer without performing activating Safely Remove Hardware feature may
cause data losses or damages to the T5. Please be sure to use Safely Remove Hardware feature for
every disconnection. Samsung shall not be liable for loss of user data or product damages caused
by user’s failure to comply with this instruction.
How to Safely Removing Hardware under each OS
Computer OS Description
Once Safely Remove Hardware is selected from the tray, select the device you
wish to remove and click Eject. Once the device is removed safely, you will be
Windows OS
notified by the OS. Remove the cable after the activity indicator LED on the
product turns red and then turns off.
Right-click on the T5 icon, and select Eject or drag the icon to the Trash to
Mac OS safely remove the product. Remove the cable after the activity indicator LED on
the product turns red and then turns off.
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Understanding the LEDs
The following table describes T5 Status LED behavior.
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Caution
Failure to follow cautions in each section of this manual may result in injury, damage to the product or
data loss. Please read thoroughly before using the product.
Shock, Vibration
Please have the product avoid any strong shock or vibration that may cause malfunction or data loss.
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Connecting to Devices Other Than a Computer or Android
Device
Please check before use the guide given from the manufacturer or seller of the device you wish to
connect the T5 for appropriate conditions and methods for the USB. Unexpected interference may
cause the T5 and the connected device to malfunction. The T5 may not be supported by your device,
depending on the file format systems or other factors related to system environments supported or
adopted by your device. Please check the requirements of the USB mass storage supported by the
device before using the T5.
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FAQ
The Samsung Portable SSD Software can only run on certain
OS versions (or newer).
I cannot run the Samsung Portable Please see below for supported OS versions:
SSD Software.
Windows OS: Windows 7 or higher
Mac OS: Mac OS X 10.9 or higher
I have lost my password. Can I No, you cannot. If you lose your password, you cannot
disable the Password Protection disable the Password Protection feature or access updates.
feature? Therefore, make sure not to lose it.
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Product Specifications and Certifications
Product Specifications
Model MU-PA250B MU-PA500B MU-PA1T0B MU-PA2T0B
* Max data transfer speed is measured based on Samsung’s internal testing standards with the
enclosed USB cable. Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum
transfer speeds of 540 MB/s, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and
UASP mode must be enabled.
Certifications
KC (Korea Certification)
Identification Symbol: Refer below
Name: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer / Manufacturing Country: Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd / Republic of
Korea
Manufacturing Year and Month: Marked separately
Rating / Model: Refer below
Manufacturer: SAMSUNG Electronics Co. Ltd.
MU-PA250B 5V 0.8A
MU-PA500B 5V 0.8A
MSIP-REM-SEC-MU-PA2T0B
MU-PA1T0B 5V 0.8A
MU-PA2T0B 5V 0.8A
* This EMC compliant (Class B) device for homes is intended for use in domestic environment and can
be used in any region.
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FCC (Federal Communication Commission)
This equipment has been tested and verified to comply with FCC CFR Part 15,
Restrictions on Class B Digital Devices.
These restrictions are implemented to prevent the emission of harmful electronic
magnetic waves when device is used in residential environments. This device
generates, uses and emits radio frequency energy, and may cause harmful radio
interference to wireless communications if not installed and used according to the
guideline. However, it does not guarantee absence of radio interference in certain
installed environments. If harmful radio interference occurs to a radio or TV
reception when the device is turned on or off, the user must prevent such
interference through one of the following measures.
CE (Conformity European)
Manufacturer's CE certifications
This product meets mandatory requirements and other related conditions of 1999/5/EC, 2004/108/EC,
2006/95/EC, 2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU guidelines. This product was designed for indoor-use only.
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WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic
accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste
at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local
government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe
recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase
contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial
wastes for disposal.
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