Dyconn Quartz 2 User manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction...............................................................................................1
• Package Contents................................................................................ 1
• Product Features.................................................................................. 1
• Specications ....................................................................................... 1
Product Schematic ...................................................................................2
HDD Installation........................................................................................3
Connecting to PC .....................................................................................6
Connecting to Mac....................................................................................9
Quartz RAID Software Manager.............................................................10
Software Operation.................................................................................12
• Creating a RAID Mode .......................................................................12
• Deleting RAID ....................................................................................14
RAID Mode Operation ............................................................................16
RAID Mode Set Up.................................................................................16
RAID Mode Introduction .........................................................................18
RAID Usage Recommendations.............................................................20
Dyconn Limited Warranty .......................................................................21
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Introduction
The Dyconn Quartz 2 3.5” HDD 2-bay RAID Enclosure is the perfect data management
companion with its sleek aluminum alloy nish and ability to read 2 HDDs at the same time.
The Dyconn Quartz 2 provides superior heat dissipation due to its innovative contemporary
design and interior cooling system. The unique tray design provides both easy HDD
accessibility and limits vibration and shock to the drives while in use. It impressively
supports RAID (Normal, RAID 0, RAID 1, Big) and provides the fast data transfer rate
of USB 3.0 (up to 5Gbps). A convenient eSata port is added for greater functionality. In
addition, the Dyconn Quartz 2 has an intelligent sleep function, which is an economical and
efcient data storage tool.
Package Contents:
• Dyconn Quartz 2
• USB 3.0 Cable
• eSata Cable
• 12V Power Adapter
• Instruction Guide
Product Features:
• Supports 2 Bay 3.5” Sata HDDs
• Aluminum External Enclosure
• Vibration/Shock Proof Tray Design
• Capable of simultaneously reading 2 HDDs
• Supports Hot Swap Functionality
• Intelligent Sleep Mode
• USB 3.0 interface (supports up to 5Gbps)
• RAID Support: Normal, RAID 0, RAID 1, BIG
• 1 (50mm) Silent Cooling Fan (for temperature control and heat dissipation)
• Supports eSata, USB 3.0, Compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
Specications:
Support HDD: 2 x 3.5” Sata HDD
Compatible OS: Windows XP, Vista 7, Windows 8,
Mac OS 10.4 or above
Approval Safety: CE and FCC Approval
Dimensions (W*H*D*) 6.1” x 3.7” x 7.55” (155 x 94 x 192mm)
Weight: 2.43lbs (1.1kg)
Operation Environment: Operation Temperature 5˚C/40˚C
Storage Temperature -20˚C/70˚C
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Product Schematic
Front View
Rear View
1. Power Button
2. Dissipation Holes
3. HDD 1 and HDD 2 LED Indicator
4. Tray Lock
5. Fan Cooling Holes
6. USB 3.0 Interface
7. e-SATA Interface
8. DC Jack
9. Set Button
10. RAID Mode Switch
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HDD Installation
1. Remove the HDD tray by pushing the snap springs inward on the front bezel, as the
arrows indicate, and pull the tray outward from the enclosure.
Please install the HDD into the tray. The hard drive interface should face opposite of the
bezel.
Rear of HDD
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HDD Installation
2. Retract the HDD pin hole brackets by pulling the ends of the plastic tabs outward,
as shown by the arrows. Push the HDD to the front of the tray and release the HDD
pin hole brackets once the HDD screw holes align with the four protruding plastic pins.
Bezel
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HDD Installation
4. After completing the installation of the HDD inside bay 1, repeat the aforementioned
steps to install the second HDD into bay 2.
3. Carefully slide the tray in the enclosure as shown by the arrow. Make sure the tray’s
locking mechanism engages the enclosure’s locking bracket.
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Connecting to PC
Cable Connection
To connect the Dyconn Quartz 2 to a computer, connect USB-B of the USB 3.0 cable to
the Quartz 2 USB 3.0 port. Next, connect USB-A to the computer’s USB port. You can also
connect using eSata. Connect the eSata cable from the Quartz 2 to the computer’s eSata
interface port.
LED Indicator
Blue LED indicates power, ashing blue LED indicates HDD R/W status, and red LED
indicates intelligent Sleep Mode.
Fan Control
USB 3.0 Interface: The internal cooling fan will not initiate if the HDD temperature does not
reach 113° F (45° C). The cooling fan will operate at half-speed rotation when temperature
reaches between 113° F (45° C) and 122° F (50° C). The fan will operate at full rotation
speed when temperatures exceed 122° F (50° C).
Operation Notes
USB 3.0 is downward compatible with USB 2.0. Please note that USB 3.0 and eSATA
cannot be used simultaneously. Should an eSATA connection be initiated concurrent with a
USB connection, the USB connection will be terminated.
Also, please understand your computer must support PM (Port Multiplier) functionality in
order for the Dyconn Quartz RAID enclosure to be recognized. By default, most computer
motherboards and notebooks with an eSATA interface cannot support PM. Professional
eSATA express cards support PM (Port Multiplier).
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Connecting to PC
Viewing Quartz 2 on the Computer
1. Open with My Computer. The mounted drives will appear within the local HDD and
outside “Added Volume.”
2. From the Desktop, right-click on ‘My Computer” and select Management. The
below-shown window will pop up.
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Connecting to PC
3. Open with My Computer. The mounted drives will appear within the local HDD and
outside “Added Volume.”
4. Right-click the additional and select New Partition. Once complete, you can begin to
store data.
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Connecting to MAC
Viewing Quartz 2 on Apple Macintosh
1. Open Disk Utility within the Application folder. The mounted drives will appear within the
left panel that displays all mounted drives.
2. From the Desktop, you will also see all mounted drives.
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Quartz RAID Software Manager
Using the Quartz RAID Manager Software
Please download the Quartz RAID Software on the Quartz 2 product page on
www.dyconn.com.
1. To install the Dyconn RAID Manager software, download the software at the above link.
Unzip the le folder, open it and double-click on the “Setup” icon.
Apple Mac Users: Double-click on the RAID Manager icon and type the OS administrator
password to launch the application.
2. Begin software installation by clicking the “Installation” button.
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Quartz RAID Software Manager
Using the Quartz RAID Manager Software
3. The software installation should take no longer than 1 or 2 minutes.
4. When installation is completed, you will see the following screen. Check the box if
you desire to launch the application and click on the “Finish” button.
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Quartz RAID Software Manager
Using the Quartz RAID Manager Software
5. Upon opening the RAID software, you will see the drives installed inside the
Quartz enclosure.
Software Operation
Creating a RAID Mode
1. Click on the “Basic RAID Conguration” button to create a RAID array and select the
type of RAID you wish to create. Within the right pane, the RAID conguration will display
the amount of space each HDD will use in RED.
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Software Operation
2. Click on “Apply” to create the RAID array. A pop up dialogue box will appear, warning that
all volumes and data will be deleted. Click “Yes” to continue.
3. A pop up progress bar will display the progress of the RAID setup, followed by an
informational message stating the RAID conguration successfully completed.
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Software Operation
Deleting RAID
1. To delete a RAID setup, click on the “Basic RAID Conguration” button and select
“DELETE ALL RAID”.
2. Click on “Apply” to DELETE the RAID array. A pop up dialogue box will appear, warning
that all volumes and data will be deleted. Click “Yes” to continue.
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Software Operation
Deleting RAID
3. A pop up progress bar will display the progress of deleting the RAID array, followed
by an informational message stating the RAID conguration successfully completed
and that all data has been deleted.
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RAID Mode Operation
The Dyconn Quartz 2 RAID enclosure not only supports read and write of two hard
drives at the same time, but also supports multiple RAID functions, including NORMAL,
RAID 0, RAID 1 and BIG (LARGE). NORMAL (normal mode) enables two HDDs to work
independently. RAID 0 employs striping that increases HDD performance. RAID 1 uses
mirroring which securely enhances data security and HDD stability. BIG (LARGE) combines
storage space of two HDDs for great capacity and disk utilization.
RAID Mode Setup
To access the multiple RAID modes, utilize the RAID switch located on the rear of the
enclosure.
Important Note:
Any changes to any other RAID mode must be rst set back to Normal mode. After this
step is completed, you can proceed to set the Dyconn Quartz 2 to any other RAID mode. If
the aforementioned step is not completed, any subsequently selected RAID mode will not
be accessed.
Use hardware switch to build array mode:
NORMAL:
Normal mode is the designated default RAID mode when the Dyconn Quartz 2 is turned
on. When you switch from any other RAID mode back to NORMAL, please note you will
need to power off the device, move the RAID switch to Normal and press the SET button
for three seconds. You will hear a buzzing sound following by a click. This will indicate that
NORMAL mode has been achieved.
RAID 0:
Firstly, power off the device and change the RAID switch from NORMAL to RAID 0 mode.
Press the SET button for three seconds and turn on the Quartz 2. You will then hear a
buzzing tick sound that indicates that RAID 0 mode is established.
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RAID Mode Setup
RAID 1:
Power off the device and change the RAID switch from NORMAL to RAID 1 mode. Press
the SET button for three seconds and turn on the Quartz 2. You will then hear a buzzing
tick sound that indicates that RAID 1 mode is established.
BIG (LARGE):
Power off the device and change the RAID switch from NORMAL to BIG (LARGE) mode.
Press the SET button for three seconds and turn on the Quartz 2. You will then hear a
buzzing tick sound that indicates that RAID 0 mode is established.
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