How do I install the BlackArmor Discovery software in Windows?

Flash and text tutorials that provide the steps needed for installing Seagate BlackArmor Backup software from the CD for the BlackArmor NAS.

The following procedure provides the steps needed for installing Seagate BlackArmor Backup software from the CD.

  1. Insert the Seagate BlackArmor CD into your system's CD/DVD drive bay. The AutoPlay window opens.
  2. Click Run Setup.exe.
    Note to Windows Vista Users:
    A User Account Control (UAC) window opens, prompting for permission to proceed. Click Continue.
    The Seagate BlackArmor Installation Menu opens
    Note: In the event that AutoPlay does not run:
    1. Click Start.
    2. Right-click Computer (My Computer for Windows XP) and select Manage from the drop-down menu.
    3. Browse to the drive letter associated with the BlackArmor CD. Right-click on the drive and choose Explore.
    4. From the next explorer window, double-click on Setup (or Setup.exe).
      Note to Windows Vista Users:
      A User Account Control (UAC) window opens, prompting for permission to proceed. Click Continue.
      The Seagate BlackArmor Installation Menu opens.
  3. Click Install BlackArmor Discovery. BlackArmor Setup prepares the InstallShield Wizard after which the Welcome screen opens.
  4. Click Next. The Select a Language for the License Agreement screen opens.
  5. Use the scrollbar to select a language from the list.
  6. Click Next. The License Agreement window opens.
  7. Check the radio button to accept the terms of the agreement.
  8. Click Next. The Choose a Destination screen opens.
  9. Maintain the default installation location or click Browse to choose elsewhere.
  10. Click Next. The Ready To Install screen opens.
  11. Click Install. The software installs to your system. The InstallShield Complete screen opens.
  12. Click Finish.

To locate (discover) BlackArmor NAS 440 on your network:
Double-click on the BlackArmor Discovery Shortcut on your desktop. The Seagate BlackArmor Discovery opens, listing the discovered BlackArmor NAS 440 on your Network Segment.

Seagate BlackArmor Video Tutorial – Installing BlackArmor Discovery for Windows
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