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Introducing the SATA Docking Duplicator

The Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator

adds extra storage space to your computer and works as

a standalone duplicator without PC connection.

Features and Benefits

• Works as a standalone duplicator. No PC

connection needed

• Dual-bay design allows duplication of two 2.5- or

3.5-inch (or mix) hard disk drives

• Supports both eSATA* and Hi-Speed USB (USB

2.0) interfaces

• Built-in silent cooling fan effectively extends hard

disk drive life

• Supports hard disk drive capacity up to 750GB

(2.5-inch) and 2TB (3.5-inch)

*Note: When connected to an eSATA host adapter

without port multiplication support, only one

hard disk will be recognized.

System Requirements

• PC or Mac computer with an available eSATA or

USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

• Windows

7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP

(32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) /

2000

• Mac OS

X v10.4.8 or later

Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to

SATA Docking Duplicator

Quick Installation Guide

04-0612A

Summary of content (12 pages)

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Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator Quick Installation Guide Introducing the SATA Docking Duplicator The Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator adds extra storage space to your computer and works as a standalone duplicator without PC connection. Features and Benefits • • • • • Works as a standalone duplicator. No PC connection needed Dual-bay design allows duplication of two 2.5- or 3.5-inch (or mix) hard disk drives Supports both eSATA* and Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.
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Package Contents • • • • • Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator Switching power adapter USB 2.0 cable & eSATA cable Rubber pads Quick installation guide Layout Source Drive Activity LED (flashes while transfering or receiving data) Target Drive Activity LED (flashes while transfering or receiving data) Target Drive Slot Source Drive Slot On/Off Switch Power LED (on while the unit is powered on) Duplicate Figure 1.
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Hardware Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. Boot up the computer. Make sure the SATA connector of the Cool USB 2.0/ eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator and SATA hard disk drive are in alignment. Gently insert the hard disk drive(s) into the SATA drive slot of the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator. Plug the included switching power adapter into the power adapter jack of the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator, then plug the switching power adapter into a reliable power source.
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Using the SATA Docking Duplicator Because of the heat generated, be careful not to touch the hard disk drive(s) while in use. Do not remove or insert a hard disk drive when the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator is powered on. Windows Connecting to USB One or two additional drive icons will appear in Computer or My Computer when the Cool USB 2.0/ eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator is plugged into a USB port. The drive(s) act just like a conventional hard drive in your system.
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Windows 7 1. Verify that the Activity LED is OFF before proceeding. Click Show hidden icons, then click Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon located in the system tray. 2. Click Eject USB to ATAPI Device, and wait for the confirmation box. 3. At Safe to Remove Hardware confirmation box, you can safely unplug or turn off the Cool USB 2.0/ eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator. Windows Vista 1. Verify that the Activity LED is OFF before proceeding.
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2. 3. 4. Highlight USB Mass Storage Device, click Stop. Click OK, click OK again, then Close. You can now unplug or turn off the Cool USB 2.0/ eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator. Disconnecting from eSATA 1. Open Windows Device Manager. 2. Double click Disk Drives, right click the target disk, select Uninstall, click OK. Repeat step 2 for the second hard disk drive, if installed. 3. You can now unplug or turn off the Cool USB 2.0/ eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator.
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Duplicate Disk The Duplicate function creates an exact copy of the source hard disk drive onto the target hard disk drive. This is a standalone function and works without computer connection. 1. 2. 3. 4. Unplug the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator from the computer. Install the source hard disk drive and target hard disk drive into the appropriate drive bay. The target hard disk drive must be of equal or larger capacity than the source hard disk drive. Power on the Cool USB 2.
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Windows Disk Management When installing a brand new hard disk drive or a blank hard disk drive into the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator, use Windows' Disk Management utility to prepare it for use. Please visit Microsoft support site at, http://support.microsoft.com/kb/ 309000, for help and instructions.
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FAQ Q1 My Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator is plugged into the computer, when I press the Duplicate button nothing happens. How can I duplicate my disk? A1 Power off the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator, unplug it from the computer and try again. The duplicate disk function works without computer connection. Q2 I just duplicated my disk, now they target disk is no longer showing up in My Computer. What happened? A2 This is normal to protect the data on your target disk.
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Technical Support and Warranty QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks away. You can also submit questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly respond. SIIG offers a 2-year manufacturer warranty with this product. Please see our web site for more warranty details.
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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.