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႑ Content Content ............................................................................................................................ 1 1.Introduction .............................................................................................................. 2 2.System Requirements ......................................................................................... 2 3.Specifications/Features..............................................................................3 4.Installation.....
1.Introduct 1.Introduction The Vantec NexStar Hard Drive Dock is a complete and easy way to add or swap hard drives to your computer. It gives you the flexibility of connecting any SATA I/II hard drive to your computer via USB 2.0 / Firewire / eSATA connection without opening up your computer case or installing into an enclosure. Simply just insert any 2.5” or 3.5” SATA I/II hard drive into the NexStar Hard Drive Dock and you are ready to transfer, copy, or backup files.
3.Specifications/Features FeaturesΚ Package IncludesΚ ႑ Install And Access Hard Drive in Seconds ႑ Simple to Use Design; No Need to Add Enclosure or Open Case ႑ Eject Button for Easy Removal of Hard Drive ႑ Supports 2.5"/3.5" SATA I/II Hard Drive Up to 1.0 TB ႑ Add Storage to Any System with USB, SATA or Firewire ႑ Plug & Play ႑ Attractive Blue LED Power & HDD Activity Light ႑ Transfer Rates Up to 480Mbps w/USB 2.
4.Installation 1. Connect the power adapter to the NexStar Hard Drive Dock. 2. Connect the USB, eSATA, or Firewire Cable to the NexStar Hard Drive Dock and attach the other end to your computer. SATA Power Cable eSATA Cable IE E E 139 4 OR Firewire Cable OR USB 2.
3. Insert 2.5” or 3.5” SATA HDD into the slot.
3-1. When the eject button is upright, the NexStar Hard Drive Dock is ready for use.
5.Removal Warning, please push power button & turn off unit before removing the hard drive! 1. Remove the HDD safely from your computer system. 2. Push down the button to eject the HDD. (Stablize the HDD with your hand).
3. Remove the HDD from the Hard Drive Dock.
6.Driver Installation Windows ME/2000/XP/VISTA No drivers are necessary when using Windows ME/2000/XP/VISTA. If the hard drive does not appear under My Computer, be sure to partition your hard drive. Windows 98SE 1. The first time you plug in the NexStar Hard Drive Dock into a USB port of your computer, the [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will appear. 2. Click on [Next]. Check the [Search for the best driver for your device] and click on [Next] again. 3.
Mac OS 9.0 or later No drivers are necessary when using Mac OS 9.0 above. If the hard drive does not appear on the desktop, be sure to partition your hard drive. Mac OS 8.6 1. Unplug the NexStar Hard Drive Dock if you currently have it connected. 2. USB Mass Storage Support 1.3.5 must be installed on your system. If it is not, you can download the USB Mass Storage Support 1.3.5 from the Apple Software Updates website: http://www.apple.com/support. 3.
7. Warranty The NexStar Hard Drive Dock comes with a 1 year limited warranty (90 day parts). If your unit 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.
