StorCase® Technology Data Express® Serial ATA DE110 Removable SATA Drive Enclosure User's Guide
i StorCase® Technology Data Express® Serial ATA DE110 Removable SATA Drive Enclosure User's Guide Part No. D89-0000-0217 A03 November 2004 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 SATA DE110 User's Guide - Rev. A03 StorCase Technology, Inc.
ii LIMITED WARRANTY STORCASE TECHNOLOGY, Incorporated (StorCase) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material and workmanship, subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below. StorCase will, at its option, either repair or replace any part of its product that proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials.
iii Warranty Claim Requirements To obtain warranty service, the defective product must be returned to your local authorized StorCase dealer or distributor, or, with prior StorCase approval, to the StorCase factory service center. For defective products returned directly to StorCase, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained by calling StorCase Customer Service at (714) 445-3455. The RMA number must be prominently displayed on the outside of the return package.
iv Declaration of Conformity Company Name: StorCase Technology, Inc.
v Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ Packaging Information ................................................................................................... Serial Numbers ............................................................................................................... Package Contents ...........................................................................................
vi List of Figures Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3A: Figure 3B: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: Figure 7: Figure 8A: Figure 8B: Figure 9: Package Contents .............................................................................................. 2 SATA DE110 "Universal" Receiving Frame and Carrier ................................... 3 "Universal" Receiving Frame Front Panel ......................................................... 5 "Universal" Receiving Frame Unit ID Number and Activity Display .........
Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION Packaging Information The StorCase Technology Data Express® system is shipped in a container designed to provide protection and prevent damage during shipment. The Data Express unit was carefully inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Bent or broken connectors, or evidence of other damage to the Data Express should be reported to the shipper immediately. Refer to Figure 1 for the package contents.
2 Introduction Package Contents NOTE: Package contents may vary, depending on model. The SATA DE110 package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement.
Introduction 3 General Description NOTES: Existing Parallel ATA DE110 carriers and new Serial ATA DE110 carriers will both work in Serial ATA universal" receiving frames. Universal" receiving frames are indicated by their BLUE LED. Existing DE110 carriers are indicated by a Data Express Logo, while the new Serial ATA DE110 carriers are indicated by the Serial ATA logo. SATA DE110 carriers will only work in SATA DE110 "universal" receiving frames (indicated by their BLUE LED).
4 Introduction "Universal" Receiving Frame Front Panel (Figures 3A & 3B) Unit ID Number Indicator - This BLUE LED displays the status of the SATA DE110 device carrier if the carrier is Installed and Locked in the receiving frame or if the carrier is removed from the receiving frame. If the carrier is Installed but not Locked in the receiving frame, a "u" will be displayed to indicate an unlocked condition.
Introduction 5 Universal Receiving Frame 2. 0840A BLUE Unit ID Number Indicator BLUE Activity Indicator Figure 3A: "Universal" Receiving Frame Front Panel Carrier Removed from Receiving Frame Carrier Installed (unlocked) Carrier Installed (locked) Activity Indicator The number "2" shown above is for illustration purposes only. The letter "u" (above middle) will appear as illustrated.
6 Introduction SATA Drive Carrier (Figure 4) Key Lock/Drive Power Switch - Performs three functions. The key switch assures proper seating of the drive carrier within the receiving frame, turns power to the drive carrier ON and OFF, and prevents unauthorized removal or installation of the carrier. For the computer to access data on the disk drive, the key must be turned counterclockwise to the locked position.
Introduction 7 "Universal" Receiving Frame Rear Panel (Figure 5) I/O Connector (JP1) - The input/output connector provides a standard interface for all SATA signals (Figure 5). DC Power Connector (P1) - A standard 4-pin DC power connector is used to accept DC power. Option Pins (W1) Factory-Installed Jumper (ID0 & ID1) - Factory-installed jumper. Refer to Table 1 for on page 14 further information. Factory-Installed Jumper (Pins 15 & 17) - Factory-installed jumper.
8 Installation INSTALLATION NOTES: Existing Parallel ATA DE110 carriers and new Serial ATA DE110 carriers will both work in Serial ATA universal" receiving frames. Universal" receiving frames are indicated by their BLUE LED. Existing DE110 carriers are indicated by a Data Express Logo, while the new Serial ATA DE110 carriers are indicated by the Serial ATA logo. SATA DE110 carriers will only work in SATA DE110 "universal" receiving frames (indicated by their BLUE LED).
Installation NOTE: 3. 9 Some SATA drives/host controllers provide support for the Activity Indicator feature (refer to the SATA drive/host controller manufacturer's documentation for further information). Install the provided drive cover (Figure 7). Optional Activity Indicator Cable (Included) Serial ATA Drive (Not Included) JP1 Drive Carrier Board Drive Carrier 0835B #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. Screw (4 each) Figure 6: Drive Installation Assembly SATA DE110 User's Guide - Rev.
10 Installation 1 Insert this end into the carrier first 2 Slide the cover towards the back of the carrier 0836A 3 Secure with #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. screws (2 Total) Figure 7: Drive Cover Installation StorCase Technology, Inc. SATA DE110 User's Guide - Rev.
Installation 11 Installing the Universal Receiving Frame The drive should be installed into the carrier before installing the universal receiving frame into the mounting bay of a computer or expansion chassis. NOTE: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Turn OFF power to the computer. 2. Open the computer system according to the manufacturers instructions. If necessary, temporarily remove any expansion boards that may make installation difficult. 3.
12 Installation Spacer Plates (Optional) The SATA DE110 is designed to fit most computer systems with standard 5.25" peripheral slots. The installation of the spacer plates (provided) may or may not be necessary. NOTE: Depending on the computer system, spacer plates may be positioned on the receiving frame to utilize either top or bottom row of side-mounting holes (Figure 8B). Spacer Plate (2 Total) OR 0869 Figure 8B: Spacer Plate Installation (Optional) 5.
Installation 13 8. Reconnect any system or peripheral cables removed earlier. 9. Turn ON power to the computer. If the installation has been successful, and all the cables have been properly attached, the system should boot normally. Although the computer may not recognize the SATA DE110 yet, the front panel display on the SATA DE110 receiving frame should illuminate. 10. The new drive may need to be formatted or initialized prior to use with the operating system and applications software.
14 Installation Unit ID Select Rotating Switch Drive Carrier Guide 0087a Typical Data Express Receiving Frame Figure 9: Unit ID Select Switch Location Unit ID Select Switch Settings The following table lists the Unit ID Select Switch settings and the valid AT/IDE unit numbers. Please note that all invalid switch settings have X's through them and result in a blank display in the receiving frame display window.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 15 APPENDICES SATA DE110 User's Guide - Rev. A03 StorCase Technology, Inc.
16 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Specifications and dimensions below are for reference only. Environmental Specifications Operating Storage Ambient Temperature Relative Humidity (1) 0° C to 50° C 10% to 80% Altitude -1000 to 10,000 ft -305m to 3048m -40° C to 70° C 10% to 90% -1000 to 40,000 ft -305m to 12195m Shock 10g 60g (2) (1) Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour. (2) 11 msec pulse width 1/2 sine wave.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Receiving Frame with Carrier Installed 17 2.06 (52.3mm) 3.12 (79.2mm) 1.61 (40.9mm) 0.47 (11.9mm) 5.81 (147.6mm) 8.614 (218.80mm) 3.12 (79.2mm) Carrier Only 1.52 (38.6mm) 4.73 (120.1mm) 7.939 (201.65mm) 3.75 (95.3mm) 0838D 4.081 (103.66mm) 1.75 (44.5mm) Figure A-1: SATA DE110 Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) SATA DE110 User's Guide - Rev. A03 StorCase Technology, Inc.
18 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Appendix B - Optional Accessories Carrying Case 320FW_13 Figure B-1: Carrying Case The optional molded plastic carrying case is designed to transport one (1) DE110 carrier from one site to another in a safe, impact and moisture-resistant environment. Its compact dimensions, 10 long x 11 wide x 4.5 high, make it easy to carry and to store. The foam lining is contoured to fit a single Data Express carrier.
Reader's Comments 19 Reader's Comments Please take a few moments when your computer system is up and running to send us your ideas and suggestions for improving our products and documentation.
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