Is the auto back up software in CD form? Or can I download it?
I am buying a laptop without an internal CD Drive and I won't have access to any sort of CD-based software on that (I'm not willing to buy an external CD Drive). I would like to do the auto backups onto this external hard drive, but it isn't necessary as I could do the manual ones with the usb.
This device comes with the backup software built-in. It also includes a free upgrade to WD SmartWare Pro for 3 PCs. This allows you to back your Dropbox directly to your hard drive, your hard drive directly to your Dropbox, or schedule automatic backups. Windows comes with automatic backup software, however, though it might not fit your needs.