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Package Contents: NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure: (NST-350U2, NST-350UF): • Driver CD • User Manual • NexStar External 3.5“ HDD Enclosure • Power Adaptor • Power Cable • USB Cable • FireWire Cable (NST-350UF Only) • Vertical Stand • Screws TRADEMARKS MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, Macintosh and Mac are trademarks of Apple Computer *All other third-party brands and names are the property of their respective owners.
Table of Contents: 1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... pg. 2 2. Specifications/Features NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure ..................................................................................... pg. 3 3. System Requirements .................................................................................................................... pg. 4 4. Parts Layout NexStar External 3.
1. Introduction: With the NexStar 3.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure, you can back up your valuable data, transfer your collection of videos and songs, or even carry that important presentation with you quickly and easily. The NexStar is an ideal way to add an extra hard drive to your system without having to open your system and deal with jumpers and cables. The NexStar also features a sturdy housing with aluminum covers to dampen noise and cool your hard drive. Because the NexStar supports USB2.
2. Specifications/Features: NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure: Specifications: • Interface: IDE to USB 2.0/FireWire (NST-350UF only) • Dimension: 190 x 108 x 23 mm • Weight: 240.0 g • Casing Material: Aluminum Alloy Features: • Aluminum Covers To Reduce Heat • Transfer Rates Up to 12Mbps With USB 1.1 • Transfer Rates Up to 480Mbps With USB 2.
3. System Requirements: • • • • • • Intel Pentium II 350MHz-compatible or Apple G3 processor and greater Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP or Mac OS 8.6 and greater USB-equipped system For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.
4. Parts Layout: NexStar External 3.
5. Installation: NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure: 5.1. Hardware Installation: Installing the hard drive: 1) Set the hard drive jumpers to MASTER or SINGLE DRIVE ONLY. Please refer to the documentation included with your hard drive for information on how to accomplish this. 2) Connect the IDE Connector and the Power Molex from the NexStar to your hard drive (see image below).
4) Hook the bottom cover in place to cover the bottom of the unit (see image below). Repeat for top cover. 5) Using the included screws (smaller ones), secure the covers onto the case. (see image below) Note: When removing the hard drive from the NexStar, be careful not to yank on the IDE cable or the power cable. To remove the IDE cable, grasp the cable between your thumb and index finger and gently pull at the sides until the cable comes loose.
6) Place the NexStar on the stand in the orientation pictured below.
Connecting the NexStar to your computer: 1) Connect the appropriate interface cable between the NexStar and your computer a. USB: Connect the type B connector to the NexStar and the type A connector to an available USB 1.1/2.0 port on your system. b. FireWire (NST-350UF only): Connect one end of the FireWire cable to the NexStar and the opposite end to an available FireWire port. 2) Connect the power cable to the NexStar and plug the cable into an available outlet.
Windows 98SE USB (NST-350UF – Combo Drive): 1) If this is the first time you are using the NexStar, unplug the NexStar if you currently have it connected. If the [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box is open, close it. 2) Insert the included Driver's CD into your CD-Rom drive and click on the Win 98 USBDriver option. 3) Windows should automatically start the setup program. You can also run it by double clicking on 'Win98 USB Driver.exe' located in the 'Drivers' directory of the CD.
Mac OS 9.0 or later - (NST-350U2, NST-350UF): 1) No drivers are necessary when using Mac OS 9.0 or later. If the hard drive does not appear on the desktop, be sure to partition your hard drive. Note: If you are using Toaster as your CD recorder software in Mac OS 9.0 or 9.2, you must install the USB 2.0 extension driver for Toaster. Please check http://www.roxio.com for more information. Mac OS 8.6 - (NST-350U2, NST-350UF): 1) Unplug the NexStar if you currently have it connected.
6. Disconnecting the NexStar: NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure: Warning: NEVER remove the NexStar while the hard drive is in use. Doing so may corrupt the data on the hard drive or damage the hard drive, NexStar, or computer. Windows 98SE/ME/XP/2000: 1) Make sure all operations using the hard drive within the NexStar has ceased. 2) Close any windows and programs pertaining to the NexStar.
7. Creating A New Partition: Note: Most hard drives should come with a CD that includes its installation program. If not, a download should be available on the manufacturers website. The best way to partition a new hard drive is by using the manufacturers program.
Mac OS X 10.x.x: Initializing a Hard Drive: If you are using a new hard drive, you may need to initialize it first. You can initialize your internal hard drive using a program called Drive Setup, which is on the Mac OS CD that came with your computer. 1. Start up your computer from the Mac OS CD. 2. Locate the Utilities folder on the Mac OS CD and double-click it to open the folder. 3. Double-click the Drive Setup icon to open the program. 4. In the list of drives, select the drive you want to initialize.
Mac OS X 10.x.x: Formatting a Hard Drive: 1. Start the Disk Utility tool (under Applications) 2. Select the new hard drive you are trying to install 3. Click on the “Erase” tab 4. Choose a volume format and assign a name to the new drive. 5. Click on Erase. 6. Once complete, your new hard drive should be mounted on your desktop. Note: If the hard drive will not mount on your system, format the drive with a FAT32 or NTFS partition first through a PC system.
8. Troubleshooting/FAQ: NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure: Q. What should the jumper settings on my hard drive be set to? A. We recommend the hard drive be set to MASTER. Q. My computer recognizes the NexStar, but it does not assign a drive letter to it. A. You are probably using a brand new hard drive. If not, then your computer may not be able to recognize the partition on the hard drive because it is damaged or not a valid format.
Q. Why can’t Windows 98SE read my hard drive? It works with Windows XP/2000. A. Windows 98SE cannot recognize the NTFS file system. If you wish to use the device with Windows XP/2000 and Windows 98SE, you need to format the drive as FAT32. Q. Why can’t I copy files larger than 4GB onto my NexStar? A. You have probably formatted the hard drive in the FAT32 file system. FAT32 limits the file sizes to 4GB maximum. The NTFS file system does not have this limitation. Q.
9. Warranty: The NexStar comes with a 1 year limited warranty (90 day parts). If your unit should become defective within that time frame, please go to http://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.
