User guide
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Device Installation:
1. Conrm device jumpers are set to master mode.
(3.5” IDE/PATA HDD or CD/DVD Optical Drive Only)
Note: See FAQs for more information about master mode
2. Connect SATA/IDE connector to SATA/IDE device.
Note: When connecting PATA 2.5” or 3.5” drives to DriveWire, it is neces-
sary to align the polarizing pins in the DriveWire’s connector up with the open
space on the hard drive to avoid breaking pins on the hard drive.
3. Connect the AC power adapter to DriveWire. For 3.5” PATA hard drives,
plug the AC adapter directly into the hard drive.
CAUTION: Power adapter must be properly alligned
to prevent damage.
4. Connect DriveWire to your computer using the
Mini USB Cable
3. CONNECTING YOUR DriveWire
44-pin
Connects to
2.5” IDE HDD
Connects with any USB
enabled notebook or
desktop PC
40-pin
Connects to 3.5” IDE HDD
Connects to
SATA HDD
Mini USB
Connector
AC Adapter
Connector
DriveWire Connectors