SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less Enclosure Quick Installation Guide Introduction The SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less Enclosure is designed to work USB equipped computers. This enclosure provides large capacity mobile storage using 2.5" SATA hard disk drives through hot-swapping SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface. Key Features and Benefits Quickly adds more storage space to your • • • • 04-0790A USB-enabled PC (USB 3.0 recommended) Supports USB 3.
Note: For maximum data throughput, use a SATA 3Gb/s hard disk with the enclosure and connect to a fully functional USB 3.0 port. System Requirements • Notebook or desktop PC with an available • USB 2.0/3.0 port (USB 3.0 recommended) Windows® 7 (32-/64-bit) ) / Vista (32-/64bit) / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) Package Contents • SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less • • • 2 Enclosure USB 3.
Layout Top cover USB 3.0 micro-B connector Bottom cover Power/Activity LED Slider to release the cases Figure 1: Back Panel Layout USB 3.0 Y-split Cable Figure 2: USB 3.
Power and Activity LED The LED indicator illuminates solid blue when the enclosure is connected and powered up. The LED flashes during data transfer. Do not disconnect the enclosure while the LED is flashing Hardware Installation The following section guides you through the installation of your drive kit. Installing a 2.5" Hard Disk Drive 1. Slide the slider to the right to release the top cover (see Figure 3). Slide the top cover out of the enclosure (See Figure 4).
2. Open the inner top case, slide in the SATA HDD and connect it to the PCBA SATA connector (see Figure 5 and Figure 6). Figure 5 Figure 6 Note: This enclosure supports 12.5mm height hard drives. For a 9.5mm drive, attach the included sponge(s) to the inner top case to fill the gap and secure the drive from moving (see Figure 6).
3. Close the inner top case and slide the top cover back to the original position (see Figure 7 and Figure 8). Figure 7 Figure 8 4. 5. 6 Plug the included USB 3.0 cable to the enclosure via the micro-B connector (see Figure 2). Plug the Type-A data (blue) connector (see Figure 2) to the computer’s USB port.
Important: In most cases the Type-A data (blue) connector will supply enough power to the enclosure. If not, use the optional Type-A power (white) connector to supply more power. Before proceeding, first unplug the Type-A data (blue) connector, then plug the Type-A power (white) connector to an available USB port, then re-plug the Type-A data (blue) connector. 6. The SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Toolless Enclosure will turn on automatically. Make sure that the LED is lit.
Driver Installation Windows will automatically detect and install drivers for the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less Enclosure. No additional driver installation is needed. Using the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less Enclosure An additional drive icon will appear in My Computer when the enclosure is plugged into a USB port. The drive acts just like a conventional hard drive in your system. Disconnecting from the Computer Before unplugging the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.
Windows 7 1. 2. 3. Click Show hidden icons; click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon located in the system tray by the system clock. Click Eject USB Mass Storage Device. You can now unplug or turn off the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less Enclosure. Windows Vista / Server 2008 1. 2. 3. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon located in the system tray by the system clock. Click Safely remove USB Mass Strorage Device, then click OK. You can now unplug or turn off the SuperSpeed USB 3.
Windows XP / Server 2003 1. 2. 3. 10 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon located in the system tray by the system clock. Highlight Mass Storage Device, click Stop, OK, OK, and then Close. You can now unplug or turn off the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Tool-less Enclosure.
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About SIIG, Inc. Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity solutions (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB, and legacy I/O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/ Notebook systems and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by adding A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio.