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Related Content to [Formatting an external storage device using the DVR / NVR] (2)
The following instructions require you to access your system using your DVR / NVR and a monitor.
To format an external USB flash drive or self-powered external USB Hard Disk Drive:
RECOMMENDED: Formatting the external USB device will erase all data. Back up data before formatting.
- Insert the external USB device (not included) into one of the USB ports.
- Right-click on the Live View to access the Quick Menu.
- Click Main Menu, and then click the Backup icon (
).
- Click Backup.
- Select the type of external USB device you would like to format from the Device Name drop-down menu, and then click Browse.
- Locate your external USB device, and then click Format.
- Click OK to confirm.