Is the Software optional?
1274483
yes, I do not install it. and I make a folder on the hdd and put all the software that came with in their, then it never automaticaly trys to install it. Just use the HDD as a giant USB drive. Works far better that way. If you can get the information off the HDD and format useing the Format option with your OS, I find asa storage device External HDd work better that way. They soft ware sucks most of the time.
1274484
My drive failed, but if I remember correctly, the software is on the root of the drive and there may be an auto-run inf file. I simply delete or rename the inf file to prevent it from running and then zip up the software without using it.
1274485
I'm not sure i understand your question. Upon buying this product I plugged it into my Wii U, and then after turning my console on it automatically allowed me to save downloaded games and game save data onto it. However it did prompt me to delete all other data on the hard drive before the console would register and accept it. Hope this helps. This external hard drive does not come with any additional software.
512177
I think is not required, but sure it gives a better look! Also, it will depend on what you have installed.
110599
No, it's an unformatted drive with no software loaded. You will need your own software to load.
296838
I bought this as a gift so I'm not sure if it came with any software. Sorry
1357654
No, no software included. The side buttons basically represent the browse back and forward function.
1852039
Yes, it is optional in usage only. It's not optional as a part, It Is Included! :)
545860
It doesn't need any software to run, so there is no reason it wouldn't. I have used it on my machine before.
640050
Nope. Well, it has the preloaded trial, but nothing else. Mine didn't have basic
1217157
No, but not a deal breaker for me. I purchased one for less than $50.@ Best Buy. most programs can be downloaded from the net. Great piece of equipment.
1711976
The answer is yes on both issues. The unit came with the necessary programs per-installed.
983438
Yes. It requires no special software. The only requirements are a power connector from the computer's power supply and a 40 pin data (IDE) cable from the computer's motherboard.
2133277
I use it and did not have to purchase any extra software as my computer was compatible.
2227530
No the software is not available at this time, however it will be in the next few weeks hopefully. Please feel free to contact us if you have any further questions.
2026579
Its a software question - the answer is YES if you use the right software...
216941
No... This product contains no software which is its big virtue. It runs on any OS.
2034408
It does not come with software. With that said, this kit is a great value for the money.
1148444
I installed the software. Only load the software if you need an upgrade of what you already have installed.