G-Technology G-SATA User manual

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G-SATA™
Installation Guide
G-Technology Inc.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
P/N GS0605 RevA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
4. WHAT’S IN THE BOX
5. G-SATA OVERVIEW
6. INSTALLING G-SATA
6.1 Installing the G-SATA PCI Adapter
6.2 Connecting G-SATA to your Computer
6.3 Attaching the SATA and Power Cables to G-SATA
7. INITIALIZING G-SATA
7.1 Mac OS X (10.4)
7.2 Windows 2000/XP
8. HOT-SWAP PROCEDURE FOR G-SATA
8.1 Mac OS X Computers – Removing G-SATA
8.2 Mac OS X Computers – Reconnecting G-SATA
8.3 Windows 2000/XP Computers – Removing G-SATA
8.4 Windows 2000/XP Computers – Reconnecting G-SATA
9. TECHNICAL SUPPORT
10. LIMITED WARRANTY

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing G-SATA™ from G-Technology, Inc.
(G-Tech)! G-SATA from G-Tech is designed to support
professional content creation workflows in which performance
and reliability are paramount. G-SATA features the latest
serial ATA (SATA) disk technology for ultra high data transfer
rates to 135 MB/second.
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The disk drives contained in your G-SATA disk array are
delicate electronic instruments and are susceptible to damage
due to excessive physical shock. Place the unit in a vented
area away from moisture or liquids. Please handle the unit
with care. Do not open the case. Doing so will void the
warranty. If the product is returned with damage caused by
improper handling, the warranty will be void and liability will
rest with the user.
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
•Mac OS X 10.2.4 or higher
•Windows 2000 or Windows XP
•Available 32-bit PCI slot
4. WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Take a moment to ensure that the following items are
included in the box. If anything is missing, please call G-Tech
at [phone]. Please keep the shipping container and
packing materials. In the unlikely event that you need to
return G-SATA to us for any reason, you must use the
G-Tech shipping container. If the product is returned
damaged caused by improper packaging, the warranty will be
void and liability will rest with the user.
Kit Contents:
• G-SATA disk array
• (2) SATA cables
• 2-port SATA PCI adapter
• External universal power supply
• Installation CD-ROM

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5. G-SATA OVERVIEW
6. INSTALLING G-SATA
Connecting G-SATA to your computer and configuring the
system for use is very simple…
1) Install the SATA PCI adapter
2) Cable G-SATA to your computer
3) Initialize G-SATA for use with your choice of operating system
6.1 Installing the G-SATA PCI Adapter
1. Remove the power cord from your computer.
2. Remove the computer cover.
Note: If necessary, refer to your computer user manual for more
information about gaining access to PCI slots.
3. Choose an empty PCI expansion slot where you will
install the G-SATA PCI adapter.
4. Remove the screw and detach the PCI expansion port
access cover secured to the computer case.
5. Remove the G-SATA PCI adapter from its protective
materials.
Note: Make sure to hold the card by its bracket or around its edges to
avoid touching components which might be damaged by static electricity.
6. Position the PCI card bracket by facing it towards the rear
of the computer. Align the gold connectors of the
G-SATA PCI adapter over the PCI slot and gently press it
into the PCI slot until the card is firmly seated.
7. Using the same screw that was removed earlier, secure
the G-SATA PCI adapter.
8. Close the computer cover and re-attach the power cord.
Power and Activity LED
SATA Ports
On
/
Off Switch
Fan
Security Slot
Power
Connector

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6.2 Connecting G-SATA to your Computer
1. Attach the supplied SATA cables to the G-SATA PCI
adapter as shown below.
Note: The supplied cables have different types of SATA connectors on each
end. The L-shaped connector attaches to the SATA PCI adapter. Be sure to
connect the cable using the proper orientation. It should snap easily into
place. Do not force the cable connectors into the adapter. Make certain
that the SATA cables are securely attached to the G-SATA PCI adapter.
6.3 Attaching the SATA and Power Cables to G-SATA
1. Attach the supplied SATA cables to the back of G-SATA
and attach the power supply cable as shown below.
Note: Be sure to connect the cable using the proper orientation. It should
snap easily into place. Do not force the cable connectors into G-SATA.
Make certain that the SATA cables are securely attached to G-SATA.
2. Connect the supplied power cord to the Power Supply
“brick” and plug the other end in to a surge protector or
wall outlet.
7. INITIALIZING G-SATA
Now that G-SATA is physically connected to your computer, it
must be initialized for use with your operating system.
•For Mac OS X installations, follow the instructions below
•For Windows 2000/XP installations, proceed to Section 7.2
7.1 Mac OS X (10.4)
G-SATA is initialized at the factory as a striped (RAID 0)
Mac OS X volume. Power on G-SATA, wait 10 seconds, then
power on your Mac. G-SATA will mount on the desktop as
shown below.
Note: G-SATA may also be initialized as two independent volumes or as a
mirrored (RAID 1) volume for data security. Consult your Mac OS X
documentation on the steps required to re-initialize as individual volumes
or as a mirror.
If it becomes necessary to re-initialize G-SATA as a striped
volume (RAID 0) for Mac OS X, follow the instructions on
the next page.

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1. Open the Apple Disk Utility. The Apple Disk Utility is in
the Utilities Folder located in the Applications Folder on
the Macintosh HD. A window like the following will appear.
The two drives contained in G-SATA will be displayed in the
left-hand column as shown.
2. Select one of the drives contained in G-SATA by clicking
on the entry in the left-hand column as shown below.
3. Select the RAID tab to view the options as shown below.
4. Set the RAID set Name: to G-SATA, Volume Format:
to Mac OS Extended and RAID Type: to Striped RAID
Set as shown below.

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5. Click on the <Create> button. The dialog box shown
below will appear. Click on the <Create> button to
continue.
6. When the RAID is created, G-SATA will be displayed in
the left-hand panel as shown below.
7. Exit the Apple Disk Utility.
8. G-SATA will now be mounted on the desktop as shown
below.
G-SATA is now set up for use!!
7.2 Windows 2000/XP
G-SATA can be initialized under Windows as:
•Two independent drive volumes (two drive letters).
•A striped volume (RAID 0) for performance.
•A mirrored (RAID 1) volume for data security.
The following instructions will initialize G-SATA in a striped
(RAID 0) configuration for maximum performance.
1. Power on G-SATA, wait 10 seconds, then power on your
computer.
2. When you see the message below, press <F4> on your
keyboard.
3. The following window will appear.

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4. Highlight Create RAID set, press <Enter> and then
select Striped and press <Enter>.
5. Select Auto configuration. When prompted, press <Y>
to continue. Press <Ctrl+E> to exit the RAID Configuration
Utility. Press <Y> to confirm.
6. Reboot your computer.
Now that the G-SATA PCI adapter is configured for RAID 0
operation, the system must be initialized for use.
1. Open the Disk Management utility by right-clicking on
the My Computer icon on the desktop and selecting
“Manage” from the drop down menu as shown on the
following page.
2. The Computer Management console will appear as shown
below. Click on “Disk Management” in the left-hand panel.
G-SATA is identified as Disk 1 in this example.
Right click on Disk 1 and select Initialize Disk from the
pull-down menu as shown. The window shown on the next
page will appear.
3. Click on the <OK> button to continue.

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4. The following window will appear. G-SATA (Disk 1) is now
identified as Basic and Online.
5. Right-click on the Disk 1 “Unallocated” bar entry and
select New Partition… from the pull-down menu as shown
below.
6. The window shown below will appear. Click on the
<Next> button to continue.
7. The following window will appear. Click on the <Next>
button to continue.