StorCase® Technology Data Express® DE50 for Backup Removable USB 2.
i StorCase® Technology Data Express® DE50 for Backup Removable USB 2.0 Drive Enclosure User's Guide Part No. P89-0000-0270 D00 April 2006 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
ii LIMITED WARRANTY STORCASE TECHNOLOGY, Incorporated (“StorCase”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material and workmanship, subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below. StorCase will, at its option, either repair or replace any part of its product that proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials.
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. Corporate Office Address: 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Manufacturing Address: 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Product Name: Data Express USB 2.
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: Figure 13: Figure 14: Figure 15: Figure 16: Package Contents .............................................................................................. 2 DE50 Receiving Frame and Carrier ................................................................... 3 Receiving Frame Front Panel .............................................................................
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 USB 2.0 DE50 package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement. DE50 Carrier and Receiving Frame Accessory Bag Carrier Sleeve Split USB Cable Carrier Labels 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Drive Carrier Receiving Frame (shown with 5.25" Adapter Bracket installed) M3 Phillips Flat Hd.
Introduction 3 General Description NOTE: PATA DE50 carriers and USB 2.0 DE50 carriers are interchangeable and will work in either PATA or USB 2.0 DE50 receiving frames. For USB 2.0 operation, a USB 2.0 controller and USB 2.0 cable (provided) are required. Windows® 2000/XP both support USB 2.0. For Windows® 98, a driver download is required (at: http://www.storcase.com/support/firmware.asp). The StorCase Technology Data Express® USB 2.
4 Introduction Receiving Frame Front Panel (Figure 3) • Unit ID Number Indicator - This LED is for ID display purposes only. The DE50 ID is shown 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 Key Lock/ Power Switch Drive Carrier Unit ID Number Indicator 5.25 Adapter Bracket Activity Indicator Eject Button Unit ID Select Switch Location Figure 3: Receiving Frame Front Panel Figure 4: Receiving Frame Unit ID Number and Activity Display DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
6 Introduction Receiving Frame Rear Panel • USB Connector - Provides a standard interface for USB 2.0 signals. • DC Power Connector (PWR1) - A standard 4-pin DC power connector is used to accept DC power. • Jumper (JP2) - Factory-installed jumper on Pins 2 & 3. DC Power (Power Cable not shown) Jumper (Factory-Installed) USB 2.0 Connector Figure 5: Receiving Frame Motherboard (Rear View) StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev.
Installation 7 INSTALLATION 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. • Remove the drive from its protective packaging. • Plastic Drive Bezel: If the drive came equipped with a plastic front bezel, it must be removed before installing the drive into the drive carrier.
8 Installation 2. Disassemble the drive carrier unit into its four (4) main components as shown in Figure 7 (the drive carrier unit is shipped pre-assembled). Drive Carrier Circuit Board Top Cover Bottom Plate Drive Mounting Bracket Figure 7: Drive Carrier Components 3. Install the Drive Carrier Circuit Board (cable-side down) onto the drive by attaching the I/O cable on the board to the drive (Figure 8). Drive Carrier Circuit Board (Cable-side Down) 2.
Installation 4. 9 Carefully turn the drive/circuit board assembly upside-down (drive is bottom-mounted into bracket). Install the drive mounting bracket and secure with four (4) M3 screws (provided) as shown in Figure 9. M3 Phillips Flat Hd. Screw (4 Total) Circuit Board Front Drive Mounting Bracket Figure 9: Drive Mounting Bracket Installation DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
10 Installation 5. Carefully insert the drive/bracket assembly into the top cover (Figure 10). Front Figure 10: 6. Drive/Bracket Assembly Installation Install the bottom plate onto the top cover and secure with the samefour (4) #4-40 Phillips screws saved from Step 1 (Figure 6). NOTE: Make sure that the drive circuit board is properly seated in the top cover slot before tightening screws. StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev.
Installation 11 Installing the Receiving Frame NOTES: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. Some DE50 models do not include a 5.25” Adapter Bracket. Refer to your system motherboard manufacturer's documentation for further information. 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.
12 Installation Typical System Motherboard (your system may vary) Connect to Front USB Port Cable (If applicable) Front USB Port Cable Connect to Motherboard USB Connector Connect to DE50 USB Connector Figure 11: Connecting the Split USB Cable to the System 5.
Installation 13 Disabled Functional Front USB Ports Figure 12: Typical Front USB Ports (Your PC may vary) 7. For 5.25" peripheral slots, the 5.25” adapter bracket must be installed. The receiving frame is side-mounted into the adapter bracket using four (4) M3 Phillips Pan Head screws (provided), as shown in Figure 13. With the drive carrier locked in place inside the receiving frame, install the DE50 into the 5.25” drive opening in the computer or expansion chassis.
14 Installation or Side-Mount with Self-Tapping Screws (2 per Side) Bottom-Mount with Self-Tapping Screws (4 Total) Figure 14: Adapter Bracket Mounting Holes for 5.25" Peripheral Slots Front of Unit Mounting Holes (Left Side) 0856 Mounting Holes (Right Side) Mounting Holes (Bottom) Figure 15: Receiving Frame Mounting Holes for 3.5" Peripheral Slots 8. Adjust the front of the receiving frame so the carrier slides freely in and out on the receiving frame guides.
Installation 9. 15 Connect the remaining end of the split USB cable to the DE50 USB connector located on the receiving frame motherboard (Figures 5 & 16). Connect to System Motherboard (Female Connector) Split USB Cable Connect to Front USB Ports* (Male Connector) * Optional (refer to Step 5 for further information) Figure 16: Connecting the Split USB Cable 10. Connect the power cable from the DC power supply in the computer or expansion chassis to the power connector on the DE50 receiving frame.
16 Installation 13. 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. 14. The new drive may need to be formatted or initialized prior to use with the operating system and applications software.
Installation 17 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 and the valid AT/IDE unit numbers. Please note that all invalid switch settings will result in a blank display in the receiving frame display window.
18 Installation Data Backup and Restoration NOTES: The DE50 for Backup includes a EMC® Retrospect® (Express or Disk-to-Disk) Backup software CD. Disk-to-Disk version supports the following OS: Microsoft® Windows® XP, 2000 Professional, 2000 Advanced Server, 2003 Server, NT 4.0 Workstation, NT 4.0 Server, 95/98/ME, Mac® OS 7.1 or later, and Mac OS X 10.1 or later. For easy data backup and restoration, please refer to the EMC® User's Guide (provided) on the EMC® Retrospect® Backup software CD.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 19 APPENDICES DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
20 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Environmental Specifications Operating Storage Ambient Temperature Relative Humidity (1) 0° C to 40° C 10% to 80% Altitude -1000 to 10,000 ft -305m to 3048m -40° C to 70° C 10% to 90% -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 1/2 sine wave. Physical Specifications Receiving Frame 0.95 (24.1mm) 1.01 (25.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 21 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) Figure A-1: DE50 Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
22 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. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 23 Appendix B - Optional Accessories USB 2.0 External Adapter Kit The Data Express DE50 USB 2.0 External Adapter Kit (P/N S21B124) allows a DE50 for Backup drive carrier to be docked for external use with a PC. Kit comes with carrier dock, USB 2.0 cable, and AC power adapter. An International Power Adapter Converter Kit (P/N S21B128) is available as an option. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. USB 2.
24 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Carry 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.
Reader's Comments 25 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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