CalDigit AV Drive User manual

Getting Started
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Contents
Introduction
General Use Warnings
Safety Warnings
System Requirements
Package Contents
Installing the CalDigit AV Drive
Connecting the CalDigit AV Drive
Features Overview
CalDigit AV Drive Front Panel
CalDigit AV Drive Rear Panel
AV Drive Features
Formatting the CalDigit AV Drive
Mac OS X
Windows
Accessories and Parts
Technical Support & Warranty Information
Technical Support
CalDigit Warranty Information
Glossary
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Thank you for purchasing the CalDigit AV Drive. Speed, reliability and security are what
dierentiates CalDigit storage products from our competitors. The CalDigit AV Drive was
designed for those in the eld of video and audio post-production, graphic design, 3D
animation, and anyone else that requires a single drive storage solution that delivers
optimum performance. This manual will guide you through setting up your new AV Drive.
Introduction
Note: Please only use the CalDigit AV Drive in places with cool and natural
ventilation. Please do not use the CalDigit AV Drive under extremely hot or
cold environments to avoid possible data damage that can be caused by
extreme temperatures.
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General Use Warnings
Please read the AV Drive manual thoroughly and become familiar with the product before
use.
Only use the CalDigit AV Drive in an area with cool ventilation. Make sure that the fan is
not obstructed to ensure heat dissipation. Do not leave or use the AV Drive near a heat
source such as a heater or direct sunlight.
Avoid using the AV Drive in extremely hot and cold environments as it will increase the
likelihood of premature drive failure. A safe temperature range is between 40F – 95F.
Avoid using the AV Drive in humid environments. Moisture and condensation can
accumulate in the drive and damage the electrical components, resulting in unit failure
and catastrophic data loss.
Only use the power adapter that has been supplied with the CalDigit AV Drive. An
excessive or inadequate power supply can result in unstable performance or drive failure.
Make sure to transport your AV Drive with care. Hard drives are sensitive to shock and
rough handling can result in degrading performance or disk failure.
Safety Warnings
Keep the AV Drive away from liquids and moisture. Direct application of liquids on the
AV Drive can result in electric shock, re hazard and damage the unit. If your AV Drive
gets wet while it is still o, do not turn it on.
Do not tamper with or try to repair the AV Drive unless you are a certied CalDigit
technician. Doing so can result in personal injury and damage the AV Drive. This will also
void your warranty. If you have any issues, contact CalDigit Technical Support.
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System Requirements
Mac
• OS X 10.4 or Higher (OS X 10.5 or higher required for USB 3.0)
• G4, G5, and Intel Based Macs
• 256 MB RAM (512MB recommended)
• Requires available FireWire 400 or 800 port to use FireWire 800 interface
• Mac Pro requires an available x1 (lane) PCIe slot for CalDigit SuperSpeed USB 3.0 card in
orderto use USB 3.0 interface
• Macbook Pro requires an available Expresscard 34 slot for the CalDigit SuperSpeed USB 3.0
laptop card in order to use the USB 3.0 interface
PC
• Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 Operating Systems
• 256 MB RAM (512MB Recommended)
• Requires an available FireWire 400, 800 or USB 3.0 interface port
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Package Contents:
1x CalDigit AV Drive
1x FireWire 800 Cable
(IEEE 1394 9 to 9 Pin Cable 1m)
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1x AC Power Adapter & Cord
1x Quick Start Card
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Please contact your CalDigit reseller for any faulty or missing parts.
The CalDigit AV Drive comes preloaded with CalDigit Drive Assistant which will format the CalDigit AV Drive. It also contains
the CalDigit USB 3.0 driver, RAID Tool, the CalDigit AV Drive manual and Carbon Copy Cloner backup software (Mac OS X only).
CalDigit Drive Assistant will automatically detect if your computer is a Mac or PC and will format your drive as well as transfer
the bundled software.
IMPORTANT: If you will be using USB 3.0 the rst time you connect the CalDigit AV Drive using the SuperSpeed PCI Express
Card or the SuperSpeed ExpressCard for Laptop, please download the latest driver from the CalDigit support site prior to
connecting the CalDigit AV Drive. www.caldigit.com/support.asp
Quick Start
1Connect the power to the CalDigit AV Drive.
2 Connect the FireWire 800 or USB 3.0 cable (if using USB 3.0 make sure the USB 3.0 drivers are installed) to the CalDigit
AV Drive and then to the computer.
3The CalDigit AV Drive will mount and CalDigit Drive Assistant will launch.
4Follow the on screen instructions in CalDigit Drive Assistant to format and setup your CalDigit AV Drive.
CalDigit AV Drive Quick Start Guide
Illuminated Power Button
Ventilation Holes
FireWire 800
USB 3.0
Power
Smart Fan
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CalDigit SuperSpeed PCI Express
Card
If you purchased the CalDigit SuperSpeed
PCI Express Card, please make sure you have
an available PCIe slot for installation. Make
sure you have the following items:
1. CalDigit SuperSpeed PCI Express Card
2. CalDigit driver, the lastest driver can be
found at
www.caldigit.com/support.asp
3. CalDigit certied USB 3.0 cable
CalDigit SuperSpeed Expresscard
for Laptop
If you are using the CalDigit AV Drive on a
laptop, please make sure the laptop is
equipped with a USB 3.0 port, or you can
purchase the CalDigit SuperSpeed
Expresscard for Laptop.
Please make sure the laptop is equipped with
an Expresscard 34 slot in order to use the
CalDigit SuperSpeed Expresscard for Laptop.
Make sure you have the following items:
1. CalDigit SuperSpeed PCI Expresscard
for Laptop.
2. CalDigit driver, the lastest driver can be
found at
www.caldigit.com/support.asp
3. CalDigit certied USB 3.0 cable
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Installing the CalDigit AV Drive
Connecting the CalDigit AV Drive (FireWire Interface)
Turn on the computer, make sure you have logged into the OS.
Connect the AC Adaptor to the CalDigit AV Drive.
Connect the FireWire cable from the back of the AV Drive to the FireWire port on the
computer.
Turn on the CalDigit AV Drive. You can now use the CalDigit AV Drive.
Connecting the CalDigit AV Drive to a laptop (USB 3.0 Interface)
Please make sure the laptop is equipped with a USB 3.0 port.
If you need to install the CalDigit SuperSpeed Expresscard for Laptop, please make sure the
computer is turned o.
Insert the CalDigit SuperSpeed Expresscard for Laptop into the Expresscard 34 slot.
Turn on the computer and install the CalDigit USB 3.0 Driver after you have logged into the
OS. After the installation, restart the computer. To download the latest driver visit
www.caldigit.com/support.asp
Connect the CalDigit AV Drive to the USB 3.0 port of the CalDigit SuperSpeed Expresscard
for Laptop using the CalDigit certied USB 3.0 cable.
Turn on the CalDigit AV Drive. You can now use the CalDigit AV Drive.
FireWire 800
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FireWire 800 Expresscard 34
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Connecting the CalDigit AV Drive (USB3.0 Interface)
Please make sure you have a USB 3.0 interface on the computer.
If you need to install the CalDigit SuperSpeed PCI Express Card, please make sure the
computer is turned off. Unplug the power cord and wait 5 to 10 minutes allowing the
computer’s internal components to cool.
Open up the computer. If you are using a MacPro, please hold the side access panel and lift
the latch on the back of the computer. Remove the access panel. If you are using a PC, please
make sure there is an available PCIe slot and remove any necessary screws.
Power Cord Socket
Power Cord Plug
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