ST7610-4S-WBC User Manual Version:2.
Index Check Package Contents and Accessories................................................... 2 Hardware Introduction................................................................................... 2 Precautions prior to Installation...................................................................... 3 Hardware Installation Procedure................................................................... 4 Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure............................................................
Check Package Contents and Accessories ST7610 system includes the following: Item Quantity ST7610 1 Removable Carrier 4 1394b cable 2 USB2.0 cable 2 Quick Installation Guide 1 Power cable 1 Accessories bag 1 ST7610 (including 24 x 6#-32 screws and Key x 2) Removable Carrier Accessories bag 1394b cable USB2.0 cable Power cable Please check above parts are included prior to installation.The accessories bag contains screws and a plastic key.
Precautions prior to Installation 1. Before installation, please refer to the Check Package Contents and Accessories and ensure necessary parts are fully provided. Contact the original distributor in case of any missing or damaged item. 2. Please use the power cord that comes with the package to connect the power supply. Do not disassemble or modify the device without authorization. Be sure to use 100-240V, 60Hz, power supply.
Hardware Installation Procedure 1. After verifying that the package is complete, proceed to unpack the package. 2. Hardware Installation. A. Insert the supplied plastic key into the lock hole on the removable tray and carefully remove the tray. B. Remove the holder from the removable tray with a screwdriver (be careful not to damage the nuts) C. Mount the hard disk drive and fasten the screws.
Ｄ.Carefully push the removable tray into the slot and push the handle back into place. 3. Use Mode and Connection Wiring Descriptions Users must determine which mode to use prior to installation. Once the installation mode is selected, please do not change the mode arbitrarily if possible. Especially when you have already selected RAID 0 mode but change it to JBOD mode later or vice versa, it will cause data damage in the HD. A.
An RAID 0 mode and a JBOD mode, as 3 hard disk drives HDD 3 3 4 JBOD Raid 0 1394b HDD 2 2 JBOD USB 2.0 HDD 1 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 b. For 2 Hard Disk Drives Installed A JBOD mode, supporting 2 hard disk drives; or an RAID 0 mode, as 1 hard disk drive HDD 2 HDD 1 4 JBOD 1394b 2 3 Raid 0 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 HDD 3 4 JBOD 1394b 2 3 Raid 0 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.
4. Connection Wiring Descriptions and Illustrations: When the mode for Switch has been selected, you can then install the ST7610 with the following connection wiring methods. It is recommended you use 1394b cables to connect to the computer for better performance. A. Connect two 1394b cables to the interfaces of the computer (most recommended installation method). Computer Back Panel 4 JBOD 1394b 2 3 Raid 0 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 B.
D. Connect a 1394b cable to the interface of the computer and connect another 1394b cable serially to the rear panel of the ST7610. (The method is recommended if there is only a 1394b interface of your motherboard.) Computer Back Panel Raid 0 1394b 1 2 3 4 JBOD JBOD USB 2.0 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 E. Connect a 1394b cable only to the interface of the computer. Computer Back Panel Raid 0 1394b 1 2 3 4 JBOD JBOD USB 2.0 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 F.
G. Two ST7610 units serially connected each other ST-7610-4S-WBC (1) Computer Back Panel 4 JBOD Raid 0 1394b 2 3 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 ST-7610-4S-WBC (2) 4 JBOD 1394b 2 3 Raid 0 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.0 ST-7610-4S-WBC (3) 4 JBOD 1394b 2 3 Raid 0 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.
5. Never use any of the following methods for serial connection A. In different modes, do not connect two 1394b cables or USB cables on an ST7610 to different PCs and then serially connect to two 1394b interfaces of the ST7610 with a 1394b cable. This will make the ST7610 unavailable for use and may mess up the data on the hard disk drives of the two PCs. Computer Back Panel (2) Computer Back Panel (1) 4 JBOD 1394b 2 3 Raid 0 JBOD USB 2.0 1 Raid 0 1394b USB 2.
Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure 1. In the four individual Hard Disk Drives modes, the installed devices can be detected by the Device Manager of the operating system. A. Windows Operating System – 1394b Interface Connection – JBOD Mode 2. Customers can format the hard disk drive by using the Disk Management tool of the operating system and then using the ST7610 normally. A.
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B. Operating Instructions for Macintosh After the hardware installation for the ST7610 is completed, you can restart the system and connect the device to Macintosh. Hard Disk Drive Format (same as in the Windows format function) a. Move the cursor to the Toolbar on the Desktop, and select the Disk Utility. A disk tool window will pop up with several function tabs, such as First Aid, Erase, Partition, RAID and Reinstall. b. Select the Erase tab.
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C.Partition Select the disk you wish to partition and the Partition tab. Click the volume name displayed in the structure and select a Volume Format and enter a name and size. A dialog will pop up with the following message, “Partitioning a disk will destroy all information on the volume of the disk. Are you sure you wish to partition the disk ‘XXXXXXX’? Cancel or Erase” Please click “Partition”. After the disk is successfully partitioned, you can use the ST7610 normally.
How to Use the Operating System to Set Up the RAID Type 1. Operating Instructions for Windows OS GearTANK ST7610-4S-WBC can be set up as a highly efficient RAID system in an operating system. To set up a highly efficient RAID system with the ST7610, please refer to Microsoft related web sites. According to Microsoft’s reference, portable external hard disk drives can not be converted to dynamic hard disk drives through 1394b or USB interfaces.
B. Select the RAID tab. If the disk device is ready, the disk information will be displayed on the left window. Please select the Volume Format and the RAID Type you wish to create. Please decide the RAID Type that you create by the amount of external hard drive disks.
C. Drag disks or volumes to the list box to create the hard disk drives according to the definition of RAID. D. Select “Create” to create RAID systems according to the information in the window, as shown in the figure.
E. When the format is completed, you will have a highly efficient RAID system featured with ST7610-4S-WBC. You can then access the data through the RAID system, as shown in the figure.
Product Description Product Characteristics 1. Two 1394b and USB inputs for different flexible applications. a. By connecting two inputs to different computers, the same storage system can be shared. b. Connecting two inputs to two individual interfaces of the same computer system for better transmitting performance. c. By connecting an input to a computer system, and serially connecting a 1394b cable to another 1394b interface, users may have a computer for extended storage usage. 2.
Frequently Asked Questions Q: Does it need additional drivers to run GearTANK ST7610 in different operating systems? A: No. Users do not need any additional driver to run GearTANK ST7610 in different operating systems. As long as the OS supports the USB or 1394b interface, RAIDON systems are compatible with a variety of operating systems, e.g. Window XP, Linux, and Macintosh, etc.. Q: Is GearTANK ST7610 compatible with any hard disk drive? A: The product has no problem with hard disk drive compatibility.
Q: How to identify the OS supports the USB interface. A: 1. Supported by Macintosh operating systems All Macintosh computers (iMac and Blue and White G3 Macintosh or higher) support USB. An older Macintosh model can be installed with USB devices from other brands. 2. Supported by Windows operating systems Only Windows 98 and Windows XP/2000/2003 support USB. If you are using Windows 95, it’s necessary to upgrade to Windows 98 or Windows XP/2000/2003.
Q: How to check if the USB ports of your PC are activated. A: USB is included in Windows 98 and XP/2000/2003; however, some computer manufacturers may not set up the computer’s USB. If “New Hardware Wizard” does not show on the screen after you connect the device to the USB port of the computer, please proceed with the following procedures: Select “Start” from Windows XP desktop and then select “Control Panel”. Double click on the “System” icon and then tap “Hardware”. Click on the “Device Manager” tab.
