USER’S MANUAL
Package Contents: NexStar 3 SuperSpeed SATA to USB 3.0 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure: 1 2 3 4 5 2.5" NexStar 3 HDD Enclosure USB 3.0 Y-Cable (1m A to Micro B Cable) Carrying Bag Installation Screws User’s Manual 2 1 3 4 5 USER’S MANUAL TRADEMARKS MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows NT/2000/XP/Vista/7 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, Macintosh and Mac are trademarks of Apple Computer. NexStar is a registered trademark of Vantec Thermal Technologies.
Table of Contents: 1. Introduction ................................................................................................................02 2. Specifications/Features NexStar 3 Superspeed External 2.5” HDD Enclosure .................................................... 03 3. System Requirements ..........................................................................................04 4. Parts Layout NexStar 3 Superspeed External 2.5” HDD Enclosure ..............................................
1. Introduction: Transferring files has just gotten a whole lot faster with the Vantec NexStar 3 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure. Integrated with the latest USB 3.0 technology, performance is increased by 10 fold offering maximum speeds of up to 5 Gbps. With its mirror finish and sleek curves, the Vantec NexStar 3 SuperSpeed stands out from the crowd.
2. Specifications/Features: NexStar 3 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure: Features: • • • • • • • • • Attractive Mirror Finish Design Aluminum Casing Cools Down Your Hard Drive Supports ALL 2.5” Hard Drives -- 7mm, 9.5mm, 12.5mm, SSD Maximum Transfer Rates Up to 5 Gbps w/USB 3.0 Maximum Transfer Rates Up to 480 Mbps w/USB 2.0 Backwards-Compatible with USB 2.0 or 1.1 Hi-Quality Shielded USB 3.
3. System Requirements: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 Mac OS 10.4 & greater 1. For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must 1. For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.0 specifications support USB 2.0 specifications 2. For USB 3.0 speeds, the system must 2. For USB 3.0 speeds, the system must support USB 3.0 specifications support USB 3.0 specifications NOTE : USB 3.0 products will work with a USB 2.0 ports however they will only function at USB 2.0 specifications.
4. Parts Layout: NexStar 3 SuperSpeed SATA to USB 3.0 External 2.
5. Installation: NexStar 3 SuperSpeed SATA to USB 3.0 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure: 5.1. Hardware Installation: Preparing the NexStar 3: (1) Remove the side of the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed with the power and USB connection ports. (2) Carefully slide out the hard drive caddy. ( figure 5.
Installing the hard drive in the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed: (1) Connect the SATA and power connector to the hard drive as pictured. ( figure 5.1-B ) ( figure 5.1-B ) (2) Align the hard drive mounting holes with the holes on the back of the drive caddy and secure the hard drive with the screws provided. ( figure 5.1-C ) ( figure 5.1-C ) (3) Insert the drive caddy back into the aluminum housing. When reinserting the caddy, be sure to align the caddy under the screw rails.
NOTE : Connecting the NexStar 3 to your computer: (1) Connect the type (A) USB connector to the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed and the type (A) USB connector to an available USB port on your system. ( figure 5.1-E ) (2) Once the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed has been connected, the power should be drawn from the USB port and your hard drive should begin to spin up. (3) Your operating system should detect the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed and automatically install the necessary drivers.
6. Disconnecting the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed: NexStar 3 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 External 3.5" HDD Enclosure: Windows XP/Vista/7: Mac OS: (1) Make sure all operations using the hard drive within the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed has ceased. (2) Close any windows and programs pertaining to the NexStar 3 SuperSpeed. (3) Double click the green “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the system tray and select [Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device]. Select the device you wish to remove and click on [Stop].
7. Creating A New Partition: For Windows XP/ Vista/7 Users: NOTE : (1) Right click on “My Computer” and choose Most hard drives should come with a CD that includes an installation program. If not, a download should be available from the manufacturer's website. The best way to partition a new hard drive is by using the manufacturer’s program. Please refer to your hard drive’s documentation for further information on formatting or partitioning the hard drive. “Manage”.
(6) Follow the directions of the wizard. The recommended type is “primary” and 1 the recommended file system is “NTFS.” VANTEC Please note that Windows® XP/Vista/7 limits FAT32 partitions to only 32GB. ( figure 7-C ) 2 (7) Windows Disk Management will format and partition the disk according to your settings. Please allow some time for the 3 partition and format to complete. ( figure 7-C ) ( figure 7-D ) (8) Once completed, your drive will appear in My Computer or in Window Explorer.
Formatting for Mac Users (1) Connect the device to the computer. Once NOTE : connected please turn on the device. If the hard drive will not mount on your system, format the drive into FAT32 or NTFS partition through a PC system first. Once formatted, connect the NexStar Enclosure to your Mac and run the Disk Utility Tool again. The Disk Utility Tool should be able detect the hard drive and allowing you to format or mount the hard drive. (2) Select Utilities from the Go menu in the Finder menu bar.
8. Warranty: The NexStar 3 SuperSpeed comes with a 1 year limited warranty ( 90 day parts ) . If your unit should become defective within that time frame, please go to www.vantecusa.com for information on how to receive warranty exchange or repair. Cosmetic defects and missing parts are not covered under this warranty. Please check the contents of the unit to make sure you received all parts. Also, check for any cosmetic flaws.