User’s Manual Portable Hard Drives StoreJet® 25 (Version 1.
Table of Contents Introduction ...................................................................................... 1 Features ............................................................................................ 1 System Requirements ..................................................................... 2 Safety Precautions ........................................................................... 2 General Use ...................................................................................
Introduction Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet 25. This rugged, ultra-portable, high speed USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing and transferring your data. The compact StoreJet 25 is ideal for carrying your files, folders, documents, photos, music and videos. In addition, the StoreJet 25 comes with very useful software* that can increase your mobile productivity.
System Requirements Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port. One of following Operating Systems: USB 3.0 Models: USB 2.0 Models: • • • • • Windows® XP Linux® Kernel 2.6.31+ • • • • • • Mac® OS X 10.5+ • Mac® OS 9+ Windows Vista® Windows® 7 Windows® 8 Windows® XP Windows Vista® Windows® 7 Windows® 8 Linux® Kernel 2.4.2+ Safety Precautions These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
Transporting • Do not pack the StoreJet 25 into luggage without proper padded support. Other items in your luggage may damage the drive during travel if it does not have proper protection. • Avoid squeezing or compressing the StoreJet 25. • Do not place objects on top of your StoreJet 25. Power • StoreJet external hard drives are powered directly via your computer’s USB port. However, some computers may not be able to supply enough power by using just one USB port.
Connecting to a Computer USB Cable Power Connector Micro / Mini USB Connector USB 2.0 / 3.0 Connector USB3.0 Micro B Type Male USB3.0 A Type Male 1. Plug the small end (1) of the USB cable into the StoreJet 25. 2. Plug the large end (2) of your USB cable into any available USB2.0 or USB3.0 port on your desktop or notebook (compatibility not guaranteed). NOTE: Some computers may not be able to provide sufficient power by using only one USB port.
3. A new Local Disk drive with a newly-assigned drive letter will appear, and a Removable Hardware icon will appear on the Windows System Tray. The StoreJet 25’s internal hard drive comes pre-formatted to FAT32, which is compatible with most computer systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, and more. • Computers running Windows and Mac OS will automatically detect and install the StoreJet 25. To use USB 3.0, please ensure your computer has all necessary USB 3.
Note: (D:) and (G:) above are example drive letters; the letter in your "My Computer" window may differ Note: “New Volume” is an example drive. The drive name on your Mac computer may differ 4. Once connected, you can use the StoreJet 25 as an external hard drive to transfer data to and from your computer. Simply drag and drop files or folders onto the Local Disk, Volume, or drive letter that represents the StoreJet 25. NOTE: To ensure Super-Speed USB 3.
One Touch Backup (Select StoreJet models only) To enable the One Touch Auto-Backup button, you must first run the preloaded Transcend Elite software (located in the Transcend Elite directory of your StoreJet). Once you have successfully created a Backup Task within Transcend Elite, you can then use the StoreJet’s One Touch Auto-Backup button to instantly backup and synchronize your data (download the Transcend Elite User’s Manual at http://www.transcend-info.
Disconnecting from a Computer NEVER disconnect the StoreJet from a Computer when its LED is flashing. Windows® 1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray. 2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue. 3. A window will appear stating, “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely removed from the system.” WARNING! To prevent data loss, always use this procedure to remove the StoreJet from Windows®.
Linux® Execute umount /mnt/Storejet to un-mount the device. Then unplug your StoreJet 25 from the USB port.
Formatting the Hard Drive WARNING! Formatting the disk will erase all of the data on your StoreJet 25. You must have Administrator Rights to format in Windows. Windows® XP/Vista/7/8 1. Download StoreJetToolBox from Transcend’s online Download Center at www.transcend-info.com/downloads 2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer’s hard drive (not the StoreJet 25) and run the StoreJetToolBox.exe application. 3.
8. Select a “Drive To Format” and “File System” from the drop-down menus, and then press “Start”. 9. A confirmation window will pop up to warn you that all data on the drive will be erased. Press “OK” to confirm no data needs to be backed up and start formatting. 10. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an “OK” message will appear in the bottom right hand corner of the window.
11. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit. Mac® OS 1. Plug the StoreJet 25 into an available USB port on your MAC computer. 2. Unplug all other external storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different drive. 3. If a message windows like the one below appears, Click the “Initialize” button. If no message appears, open “Disk Utility” under “Applications > Utilities “ 4. In the Disk Utility window, choose your StoreJet from the list on the left. 5.
7. Input a name for your new drive (otherwise, your drive will be named “Untitled”) 8. Click the “Erase” button in the bottom right corner of the window 9. Click “Erase” again to confirm.
10. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit. Linux® 1. Plug the StoreJet into an available USB port on your Linux computer. 2. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different USB drive. 3. Type fdisk /dev/sda (replace /dev/sda with your actual USB device) 4. Press p 5. Press n 6. Press w 7. Type mkfs.ext3 /dev/sda1 8. Go to /etc/fstab and add: /dev/sda1 /mnt/usbdrive auto user,noauto 0 0 9. Type mkdir /mnt/usbdrive 10.
Troubleshooting If a problem occurs with your StoreJet 25, please first check the information listed below before taking your StoreJet 25 in for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem after trying the following suggestions, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our website at www.transcend-info.com. My operating system cannot detect the StoreJet 25 Check the following: 1.
Check the following: 1. A single USB port may not provide enough power for the StoreJet25 to function. Please connect both rectangular ends of USB Y-cable to your computer. 2. Ensure that the StoreJet 25 is properly connected to the USB port(s) on your computer. 3. Ensure that the USB port is working properly. If not, try using an alternate USB port. I installed an OS onto the StoreJet 25. Why can’t I boot from it? Current USB 3.0 host devices do not support operating system boot up.
Transcend now offers an easy way to recover certain types of files. Transcend’s exclusive RecoveRx™ software searches deep within your storage device to bring back lost photos of virtually any format, and can also recover various types of multimedia files and documents. Visit www.transcend-info.com/recoverx for more information or to download your free copy of RecoveRx.
Specifications Storage Media 2.5-inch SATA Hard Disk Drive Power Supply 5V DC supplied from the USB port(s) Connection Interface USB 3.0 USB 2.
Recycling & Environmental Considerations Recycling the Product (WEEE): Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol attached to a product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC: Never dispose of your product with other household waste. Please inform yourself about the local rules on the separate collection of electrical and electronic products.
Three-year Limited Warranty This product is covered by a Three-year Limited Warranty. Should your product fail under normal use within three years from the original purchase date, Transcend will provide warranty service pursuant to the terms of the Transcend Warranty Policy. Proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service. Transcend will inspect the product and in its sole discretion repair or replace it with a refurbished product or functional equivalent.
