StarTech.com eSATAp / eSATA or USB 3.0 External 2.5in SATA III 6 Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure (S251SMU33EP) user manual

Contents

1. Introductionp. 4

   Packaging Contents • 1 x USB 3.0/eSATAp 2.5” SATA hard drive enclosure • 1 x USB 3.0 cable • 1x eSATA cable • 1x Installation screws • 1x Phillips head screw…

2. System Requirementsp. 4

   Computer system with: o available USB 3.0/2.0 port or eSATA / eSATAp port o Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7/8 (32/64-bit)…

3. Hardware Installationp. 5

   WARNING: Hard drives and storage enclosures require careful handling, especially when being transported. If you are not careful with your hard disk, lost data…

4. How to Usep. 8

   Connecting the Hard Drive Once the enclosure has been attached to a computer, and the OS has installed the necessary software, the drive will be accessible as…

5. Connecting the Hard Drivep. 8

   Once the enclosure has been attached to a computer, and the OS has installed the necessary software, the drive will be accessible as though it were installed…

6. Powering the Drive Enclosurep. 8

   The Hard Drive enclosure is bus powered by USB 3.0 or eSATAp (eSATA + Power). If you’re using a regular eSATA connection, the USB to DC Power cable is required

7. LED Indicatorp. 8

   The hard drive enclosure offers an LED indicator, to enable you to monitor drive activity. When the enclosure is powered, the LED will illuminate. While the…

8. Disconnecting the Hard Drivep. 8

   Windows 1. Select the “Safely remove Hardware and Eject Media” icon, located in the task bar. 2. Select the storage device from the list that appears. 3. Wait…

9. Initializing the Hard Drivep. 9

   1. If the SATA Hard Drive is blank it may need to be initialized and formatted before use. From the main Windows desktop, right-click on “My Computer”…

10. Specificationsp. 10

    Host Interface USB 3.0 / eSATAp External Connectors 1 x USB 3.0 Micro B 1 x eSATAp Internal Connectors 1 x 15 pin SATA Power female 1 x 7 pin SATA Data male…

11. Technical Supportp. 11

    StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product…

12. Warranty Informationp. 11

    This product is backed by a two year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods…