U2-MDK1U User’s Manual Contents 1. Introduction .................................................... 1 2. Setting .............................................................. 3 3. Installation....................................................... 9 4. Exchanging HD cases ................................... 12 5. Registration and Tech-support.................... 13 6. Specifications ................................................ 13 Jan. 2003 Rev 1.
1. Introduction 1-1. Features •The interface module includes RATOC's original circuit and firmware for highperformance USB2.0 to IDE conversion. It supports UDMA mode 4. •RATOC’s original circuit and firmware enables a removable HDD. •Allows HDD exchanging without the System shutdown or restart. •Support ‘Big Drive’/48bit LBA. •The HDD tray includes 80-conductors ATA133/100 cable and convenient pullout handle. 1-2.
1-4. Restrictions (1)A HDD power cable is required exclusively. For more information, refer to Chapter 2-2. (2)If you exchange a HDD, refer to Chapter 4. (3)The following HDDs are guaranteed to work fine with the U2-MDK1U. (Sept. in 2002). For more information, refer to our web site: (http://www.rexpccard.co.
2. Setting This chapter explains how to set up U2-MDK1U. Proceed to Chapter 2-1. 2-1.Attaching a HDD to U2-MDK1U To attach a HDD to the U2-MDK1U, follow the steps: (1)Turn the key switch to the UNLOCKED POSITION. Then, lift handle to release the HD case from the removable case and pull out. Cover Removable case HD case Key switch Handle Access LED Power LED (2)Slide cover off the HD case and connect power and data cable to the HDD. Mount the HDD in the HD case with the screws provided.
2-2.Attaching the U2-MDK1U to your computer (1)After attaching the HDD at Chapter 2-1, confirm your computer is turned off. Then, attach the U2-MDK1 to a 5 inch bay as shown below. (2)You need a power cable for the U2-MDK1U only. You should not connect other devices other than the U2-MDK1U to the power cable. Connect the cable to the power connector on the rear panel as shown below. Refer to [Connecting a HDD power cable] in the next page for more information.
[Connecting a HDD power cable] Sometimes the HDD in the U2-MDK1 causes in-rush current problem at the startup. To avoid the power shortage or the influence to other devices, we strongly recommend to use a separate power connector for each HDD as shown in the RIGHT CONNECTION.
2-3.Connecting the bundled USB2.0 mother board cable NOTICE •Connect the bundled USB2.0 cable at your own risk.RATOC assumes no liability resulting from the breakage of a mother board or other devices, caused by connecting the cable mistakenly. •The bundled USB2.0 mother board cable is certified with USB2.0 logo, but the cable doesn’t guarantee the USB 2.0 performance with a mother board. • Before connecting the cable, be sure to turn off your system and unplug the power cable.
(2)Connect these connectors to a USB2.0 connector on a mother board. Please note USB2.0 pin assignment or pin names vary in different mother boards, so we take as an example a mother board of which pin assignment is recommended by Intel. See Fig.1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Pin#1: Pin#3: Pin#5: Pin#7: Pin#9: USB POWER USB PUSB P+ GND Don’t care Pin#2: Pin#4: Pin#6: Pin#8: Pin#10: USB POWER USB PUSB P+ GND NC(Don’t care) pin names (Fig.1) pin assignment recommended by Intel.
Please note USB2.0 pin assignment or pin names vary in different mother boards. If your pin assignment or pin names are different from Fig1. shown in the previous page, refer to the table below. Be sure to read user’s manual that accompanied your mother board for more information. Terms of pin names on a mother board The name of the bundled cable VCC, USB POWER, (+)5V, POWER, etc. Find a word indicating "Power". RED(VBUS) DATA- , USB- , USB Dn- (n means number), DMn(n means number), etc.
3. Installation This chapter explains how to install the driver. •If you have Windows 98SE, proceed to Chapter 3-1. •If you have Windows Me/2000/XP, proceed to Chapter 3-2. •If you have Mac OS, proceed to Chapter 3-4. 3-1.Windows 98SE (1)Go the the web site(http://www.rexpccard.co.jp/english/support/index.html) and download Windows 98SE driver for the U2-MDK1U and extract it. (2)Turn the key switch to the LOCKED POSITION. The following wizard will appear.
(3)Select the [Specify a location] option and click [Browse]to specify the driver.(The following screen as an example specifies the driver at the U2MDK1U folder in C drive. The location of the driver depends on where you downloaded the driver in your computer at step 1) (4)The driver is found. Click [Next]. (5)Windows has finished installing the driver. Click [Finish]. Proceed to Chapter 3-3 to confirm the installation.
3-2.Windows Me/2000/XP Turn the key switch to the LOCKED POSITION. The driver will be copied automatically. Proceed to Chapter 3-3 to confirm the installation. 3-3.Confirming the installation Open [My Computer]. If you can find a Removable Disk icon as shown below, the driver installation is successful. When you double click on the Removable icon and get an error saying the device is not ready, check the following: 1)The key switch must be in the LOCKED POSITION. 2)The HDD in the U2-Dock must be formatted.
4. Exchanging HD cases This chapter explains how to exchange HD cases. To exchange HD cases, follow the steps: (1)Open [My Computer] and right-click on the removable icon. The pull-down menu will appear. Select the [Eject]. (2)Turn the key switch to the UNLOCKED POSITION. (The removable icon still appears even after turning the key switch to the UNLOCKED POSITION.) (3)Wait about 5 seconds until the HDD spins down completely. Then,exchange HD cases.
5. Registration and Tech-support 5-1. How to Register We highly recommend to register yourself as our customer through our on-line registration. 1. On the Internet, access our site. (https://regist.ratocsystems.com/english/) 2. Follow on-screen instructions to register. 3. Fill out and submit the registration form. 5-2. Software Update and Support -Software UpdateThe latest driver and application software are subject to change for improvement or bug fix.
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