Removable Hard Disk Storage System User Guide
User Guide 1. Introduction 1.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.2 Capacity and Transfer Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.3 Supported Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.4 Supported Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Introduction: actiDisk RDX Hard Disk Storage System 1.1 Overview actiDisk RDX storage is a removable, ruggedized, hard disk drive system. It features backup application compatibility, high speed transfer rate for fast backups, portable cartridges and high level of data reliability. The storage system is available with an internal SATA or USB device (see Figure 1) or external USB device (see Figure 2). Figure 1. actiDisk RDX Internal Docking Station Internal Docking Stations (SATA or USB) Figure 2.
1.2 Capacity and Transfer Rates The capacity and transfer rate of the actiDisk RDX storage system are outlined in the table below (see Table 1). Capacity and transfer rate will vary depending on the actiDisk RDX cartridge type used. Table 1.
Windows Software The actiDisk RDX User Guide and Utilities CD provides essential Windows® software for use with the actiDisk RDX system.
Table 2. Power Indicator The eject button is illuminated by a power indicator. Table 2 describes the operation of this indicator: Indicator Status Meaning Description OFF No Power Docking station does not have power Steady GREEN Ready Power is on and the actiDisk RDX docking station is working properly Blinking GREEN Ejecting Cartridge is ejecting Steady AMBER Fault actiDisk RDX docking station has detected a fault condition.
2. Quick Start Installation: actiDisk RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System 2.1 actiDisk RDX Internal (SATA or USB) Docking Station (Customer Kit) This section describes how a user can install the actiDisk RDX Internal drive. Before You Begin The actiDisk RDX docking station ships ready to install in a standard 5.25-inch half-high drive bay. Depending on your computer you may need a standard (flat-blade) or Philips screwdriver to remove the computer cover and install the drive in your computer.
Figure 1. actiDisk RDX Internal Connectors Internal SATA Docking Station Internal USB Docking Station (1) Mounting Screws (2) Power Adapter Cable (3) Mounting Holes (4) SATA Data Cable/USB Cable 2.2 Installing the actiDisk RDX USB Removable Disk Docking Station 1 2 3 4 5 6 Carefully unpack the docking station and accessories. Attach the USB cable to USB port on the back of the actiDisk RDX docking station and connect it to an available USB 2.0 port on the computer (see Figure 2 below).
2.3 Installing Utility Software for Windows NOTE: It is required to install the actiDisk RDX utility software on Windows operating systems for proper functioning. The actiDisk RDX User Guide and Utilities CD provides essential Windows® software for use with the actiDisk RDX docking station.
3. Using the actiDisk RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System 3.1 Operating the actiDisk RDX System This section describes typical activities involved in operating and maintaining the actiDisk RDX system. For instructions on using your backup software, see the manual that came with your software. 3.2 Handling the actiDisk RDX Cartridges Although actiDisk RDX cartridges are rugged, it is always best practice to take extra care not to drop them when handling. This will ensure data integrity and long life.
To Unload a Cartridge To unload a cartridge using the mouse right-click method (Windows only): 1 While running Windows® Explorer locate the drive letter for the device. 2 Right-click on the device and select Eject. 3 When the cartridge has been ejected by the docking station, grasp the exposed sides of the cartridge and pull the cartridge straight out (see Figure 2). To unload a cartridge using the eject button: 1 Push the eject button.
4. Using the actiDisk RDX Removable Disk Utility 4.1 Overview The actiDisk RDX Utility is a Windows® application that allows you to diagnose problems with your actiDisk RDX docking station. With the utility, you can: • • • • Identify actiDisk RDX docking station attached to your computer. Retrieve device and cartridge status information. Test the docking station and the cartridge. Upgrade docking station firmware. 4.
5. actiDisk RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System Troubleshooting 5.1 The Power Indicator is OFF actiDisk RDX Internal Docking Station If the power indicator is off, the actiDisk RDX Internal docking station does not have power. Follow these steps to verify the cable connections in the rear of the docking station: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Check the power and data cable connections in the rear of the docking station. 3 Turn on the computer.
• • • The cartridge is not compatible with the actiDisk RDX docking station. The cartridge has been severely damaged. The cartridge has not been fully inserted. Run the removable disk utility to obtain more information about the failure. See section „Using the Removable Disk Utility“. 5.5 The Cartridge Does Not Eject If the cartridge does not eject, verify that you have installed the utility software. See the „Installing Utility Software for Windows“ section for instructions on installing the software.
The USB bus shares bandwidth between all USB devices connected to the systems, including the actiDisk RDX External docking station. The use of cameras, flash memory devices, etc. on the USB bus may decrease performance of the device. Remove extra devices if they are not necessary. If running Windows 2000 see section „Slow Performance with actiDisk RDX External and Windows 2000“ for additional information.
6. actiDisk RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System Specifications 6.1 General Manufacturer actidata Model Names actiDisk RDX-SATA, actiDisk RDX-USB-INT and actiDisk RDX-USB Interface Type Internal SATA, Internal USB or External USB 6.
6.4 Physical actiDisk actiDisk actiDisk RDX Internal Docking Station RDX External Docking Station RDX Media Form Factor 5.25 inch half-height internal External Removable Cartridge Height 41.4 mm (1.63 inch) 51.8 mm (2.04 inch) 23.68 mm (0.93 inch) Width 146.0 mm (5.75 inch) 109.8 mm (4.32 inch) 86.6 mm (3.4 inch) Depth 171.9 mm (6.77 inch) including bezel 177.5 mm (7.00 inch) including bezel 119.18 mm (4.69 inch) Weight 635 g (1.40 lbs) 540 g (1.19 lbs) 173 g (0.38 lbs) 6.
7. actiDisk RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System Regulatory 7.1 Environmental • • • • • • • WEEE: product is registered and labeled as not appropriate for common disposal. RoHS: all materials and processes used in the system meet the limits for compliance. 7.2 Emissions (USA) Meets FCC requirements as specified in FCC 47CFR 15B clB –47 Part 15 Subpart B Unintentional Radiator. (Europe) Meets the CE requirements as specified in EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, CISPR 22 & CISPR 24/.
8. Using the Linux Operating System: actiDisk RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System Appendix 8.1 Overview This document describes the use of actiDisk RDX removable disk docking stations on Linux operating systems. There are two models of the actiDisk RDX docking station: an internal SATA version and an external USB version. Both SATA and USB models support Linux. 8.2 Linux Compatibility There are a large number of possible Linux distributions which will support the actiDisk RDX docking stations natively.
Eject If the cartridge is mounted, the eject button on the actiDisk RDX drive will not work properly. Use the eject command to unmount and eject the cartridge. NOTE: The eject command cannot properly handle un-mount if multiple partitions are present on a removable disk. Each mounted partition must be un-mounted manually or the eject command will fail. Backup With tar The tar command works with actiDisk RDX docking stations by writing the archive to a file on the cartridge.
