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5. Make sure the power switch is set to ‘1’ to start the device.
6. Your computer will automatically recognize the device and usually will find a
‘USB mass storage device’.
4.0 Connecting the EM7050 using the eSATA
bracket
The EM7050 is equipped with an additional eSATA connection. Also, an eSATA
bracket is supplied. Using this bracket, you will be able to copy and back-up your data
significantly faster compared to USB 2.0. Where USB 2.0 is limited to a transfer speed
of 480 Mbps, (e)SATA delivers a transfer rate up to 3Gbps!
Use the following steps to install the supplied bracket and to connect the EM7050.
4.1 Installing the eSATA bracket
1. Make sure you have a Phillips screw driver.
2. Also, make sure your computer is completely turned off.
3. Remove all cables from the computer housing to prevent damage to the cables.
4. Carefully remove the screws at the back side of the computer housing.
5. Remove the cover from your computer.
6. Look for a free expansion slot at the back side of the computer.
7. Remove the metal lid if necessary.
8. Now place the bracket on the free spot.
9. Mount the bracket by screwing down the bracket tightly using your Phillips
screwdriver.
10. Connect the SATA cable to the SATA controller which is available on the main
board of the computer.
11. Place back the cover of your computer and secure the cover.
12. Connect the cables again.
Attention! Connecting this bracket requires some knowledge of computer hardware. If
you have never installed computer hardware before, be careful or let someone with
hardware expertise install this hardware for you. This way, you will prevent damage to
your computer and Eminent hardware.
4.2 Connecting the EM7050
1. Connect the power cord to the ‘Power’ connection on the casing.
2. Connect the eSATA cable to the eSATA connection on the casing.
3. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
4. Connect the eSATA cable to the eSATA bracket on your computer.
5. Make sure the power switch is set to ‘1’ to start the device.
6. Your computer will automatically recognize the device.