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Trademarks

FirmTek, UltraTek, AV-Tek, SeriTek names and logotypes are trademarks of FirmTek, LLC.

Apple, Macintosh, Power Macintosh, PowerBook, MacBook Pro, Mac OS 9.XX, Mac OS X, and

the Mac logo are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Incorporated. The "Built for OS X"

graphic is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Incorporated, and used under license. All

other manufacturer product names mentioned in this manual are for identification purposes only

and are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Changes

FirmTek reserves the right to make any changes to product design, specifications, or details

without notice. Actual product photos or screenshots may look different from those provided.

Notice

The material content of this manual is for informational purposes only. It is possible the content

of this manual may contain technical inaccuracies, typographical, or other errors. FirmTek

assumes no liability for any errors, omissions, or from the use of this manual that may result from

such errors, including, but not limited to loss of data or profits.

Before installing SeriTek/2SM2-E or any other hardware or software, you are responsible for

backing up data contained on any storage devices. After hardware or software installation, you

are responsible for backing up data on any storage devices at frequent intervals. FirmTek, LLC is

not liable for any loss of data or damage to equipment resulting from the use of SeriTek/2SM2-E.

External Shielded Serial ATA Cables

The SeriTek family of external Serial ATA adapters uses specially shielded external Serial ATA

cables to ensure integrity during data transfers. Use caution and handle the cables carefully.

Hold the connector at the ends (not the cable) When inserting and removing the cable.

Note: The SeriTek/2SM2-E supports the newer style Serial ATA connectors, called “eSATA”

connectors. These connectors provide improved reliability with special metal shielding and

retention springs for positive locking. See the “Connecting and Formatting Hard Drives” section

of this document for more details.