StorCase® Technology Data Express® DE50 Removable SATA 3Gbps Enclosure User's Guide
i StorCase® Technology Data Express® DE50 Removable SATA 3Gbps Drive Enclosure User's Guide Part No. P89-0000-0302 B00 April 2006 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 SATA 3Gbps DE50 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
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iii Warranty Claim Requirements To obtain warranty service, the defective product must be returned to your local authorized StorCase dealer or distributor, or, with prior StorCase approval, to the StorCase factory service center. For defective products returned directly to StorCase, a Return Material Authorization (“RMA”) number must be obtained by calling StorCase Customer Service at (714) 445-3455. The RMA number must be prominently displayed on the outside of the return package.
iv Declaration of Conformity Company Name: StorCase Technology, Inc.
v Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ Packaging Information ................................................................................................... Serial Numbers ............................................................................................................... Package Contents ..........................................................................................
vi List of Figures Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: Figure 7: Figure 8: Figure 9: Figure 10: Figure 11: Figure 12: Package Contents .............................................................................................. 2 SATA 3Gbps DE50 Receiving Frame and Carrier ............................................ 3 Receiving Frame Front Panel ............................................................................. 4 Receiving Frame Unit ID Number and Activity Display ..
Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION Packaging Information The StorCase Technology Data Express® system is shipped in a container designed to provide protection and prevent damage during shipment. The Data Express unit was carefully inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Bent or broken connectors, or evidence of other damage to the Data Express should be reported to the shipper immediately. Refer to Figure 1 for the package contents.
2 Introduction Package Contents NOTES: Package contents may vary, depending on model. Some DE50 models do not include a 5.25" adapter bracket. The SATA 3Gbps DE50 package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement. Accessory Bag Drive Carrier Receiving Frame (shown with Factory-Installed 5.25 Adapter Bracket) One Data Express SATA 3Gbps Removable Enclosure 1. Drive Carrier 2. Receiving Frame (with 5.
Introduction 3 General Description NOTES: For SATA 3Gbps operation, a SATA 3Gbps controller and SATA 3Gbps hard drive are required. SATA 3Gbps DE50 receiving frames are indicated by a BLUE LED. PATA DE50 receiving frames are indicated by a GREEN LED. SATA 3Gbps DE50 carriers are indicated by the SATA logo. PATA DE50 carriers are indicated by a Data Express Logo.
4 Introduction Front Panel (Figure 3) • Unit ID Number Indicator - This LED is for ID display purposes only. This BLUE LED displays the status of the SATA 3Gbps DE50 device carrier if the carrier is Installed and Locked in the receiving frame or if the carrier is removed from the receiving frame. If the carrier is Installed but not Locked in the receiving frame, a "u" will be displayed to indicate an unlocked condition.
Introduction 5 Activity Indicator * Carrier Removed from Receiving Frame Carrier Installed (unlocked) Carrier Installed (locked) The number "2" shown above is for illustration purposes only. It can be any valid unit ID number. The letter "u" (above middle) will appear as illustrated. * Some drives may support the Activity Indicator feature. Refer to your drive manufacturers documentation for further information.
6 Installation INSTALLATION NOTES: SATA 3Gbps DE50 receiving frames are indicated by a BLUE LED. PATA DE50 receiving frames are indicated by a GREEN LED. SATA 3Gbps DE50 carriers are indicated by the SATA logo. PATA DE50 carriers are indicated by a Data Express Logo. Preparation While performing the steps in this section, work on a soft surface to prevent excessive shock to the drive being installed. Also refer to the manufacturer's documentation provided with the drive. 1.
Installation 7 Drive Carrier Circuit Board Top Cover Drive Mounting Bracket/Bottom Plate Assembly Figure 7: Drive Carrier Components 3. Attach the SATA connector on the Drive Carrier Circuit Board to the drive (Figure 8). 2.5 SATA Drive (Not Included) 1 Drive Carrier Circuit Board 2 Drive with Circuit Board Installed Figure 8: Drive Carrier Circuit Board Installation SATA 3Gbps DE50 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
8 Installation 4. Carefully turn the drive/circuit board assembly upside-down (drive is bottommounted into bracket). Install the mounting bracket/bottom plate assembly and secure with four (4) M3 screws (provided) as shown in Figure 9. NOTE: Make sure that the drive circuit board is properly seated in the mounting bracket slot before tightening screws. M3 Phillips Flat Hd.
Installation 9 Installing the Receiving Frame NOTES: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Some DE50 models do not include a 5.25” Adapter Bracket. The drive should be installed into the carrier before installing the receiving frame into the mounting bay of a computer or expansion chassis. 1. Turn OFF power to the computer. 2. Open the computer system according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If necessary, temporarily remove any expansion boards that may make installation difficult.
10 Installation or Side-mount using provided self-tapping screws (2 per Side) Bottom-mount using provided self-tapping screws (4 Total) Figure 11: Adapter Bracket Mounting Holes for 5.25" Peripheral Slots Mounting Holes (Left Side) Mounting Holes (Right Side) Mounting Holes (Bottom) Figure 12: Receiving Frame Mounting Holes for 3.5" Peripheral Slots 5. Connect the I/O cable from the host adapter to the receiving frame. 6.
Installation 11 7. Replace any expansion boards that may have been removed earlier. Replace the system cover according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Reconnect any system or peripheral cables removed earlier. 9. Turn ON power to the computer. If the installation has been successful, and all the cables have been properly attached, the system should boot normally. Although the computer may not recognize the DE50 yet, the front panel display on the DE50 receiving frame should illuminate. 10.
12 Installation Unit ID Select Switch Settings NOTE: The unit ID number display is for ID display purposes only! The following table lists the Unit ID Select Switch settings. Refer to Figure 3 for the location of the ID Select Switch inside the receiving frame. Table 1: Unit ID Select Switch Settings Unit ID Select Position Unit ID Number Display 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Blank 0 1 Blank Blank 2 3 Blank Blank Blank StorCase Technology, Inc. SATA 3Gbps DE50 User's Guide - Rev.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 13 APPENDICES SATA 3Gbps DE50 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
14 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions The following specifications and dimensions are for reference only. Environmental Specifications Operating Storage Ambient Temperature Relative Humidity (1) 0° C to 50° C 5% to 95% Altitude -1000 to 10,000 ft -305m to 3048m -40° C to 70° C 5% to 95% -1000 to 40,000 ft -305m to 12195m Shock 10g 60g (2) (1) Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour. (2) 11 msec pulse width Half-Sine wave.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 15 Receiving Frame with Carrier Installed 4.01 (101.9mm) 1.01 (25.7mm) 0.18 (4.6mm) 1.02 (26.0mm) 2.36 (60.0mm) 1.18 (30.0mm) 2.75 (69.9mm) 3.71 (94.2mm) 5.65 (143.5mm) Carrier Only 2.89 (73.4mm) 0.95 (24.1mm) 5.04 (128.0mm) 2.96 (75.2mm) 0857 Figure A-1: SATA 3Gbps DE50 Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) SATA 3Gbps DE50 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
16 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 5.25 Adapter Bracket NOTE: Some DE50 models do not include a 5.25 adapter bracket. 1.68 (42.7mm) 0.47 (12.0mm) 5.82 (147.8mm) 0.39 (10.0mm) 2.09 (53.0mm) 3.12 (79.2mm) 5.73 (145.5mm) 5.48 (139.2mm) Figure A-2: DE50 Adapter Bracket Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) StorCase Technology, Inc. SATA 3Gbps DE50 User's Guide - Rev.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 17 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Carrying Case The optional molded plastic carrying case (P/N S20E104) is designed to transport one (1) DE50 carrier from one site to another in a safe, impact and moisture-resistant environment. Its compact dimensions, 10” long x 11” wide x 4.5” high, make it easy to carry and to store. The foam lining is contoured to fit a single Data Express carrier. Contact your StorCase dealer for further details and ordering information.
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Reader's Comments 19 Reader's Comments Please take a few moments when your computer system is up and running to send us your ideas and suggestions for improving our products and documentation.
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