Stardom ST5610-4S-WB User manual

SOHOTANK Series
ST5610-4S-WB
Quick Installation Guide
Version:1.0

Check Package Contents and Accessories................................................. 2
Hardware Introduction................................................................................... 2
Precautions prior to Installation.................................................................... 3
Hardware Installation Procedure................................................................... 4
Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure............................................................... 9
How to Use the Operating System to Set Up the RAID Type ..................... 14
Product Description....................................................................................... 18
Frequently Asked Questions......................................................................... 19
Index
1Index

Please check above parts are included prior to installation.The accessories bag contains screws and a plastic key.
Status Indications of LEDs:
ACCESS LED will light up blue if the HD is installed. ACCESS LED will always light up red if the HD is not installed.
HDD Access LED will flash Blue when data is accessed from the hard disk drive.
Power LED will light up blue if the power is on.
Fail LED will light up red when the internal temperature is higher than 60°C or the fan fails.
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Check Package Contents and Accessories & Hardware Introduction
ST5610
Hardware Introduction
Removable Carrier Accessories bag
Power cable
1394b cable 1394a to 1394b cable
Item Quantity
ST5610 1
Removable Carrier 4
1394b cable 2
1394a to 1394b cable 2
Quick Installation Guide 1
Power cable 1
Accessories bag 1
(including 24 x 6#-32 screws and Key x 2)
ST5610 system includes the following:
Check Package Contents and Accessories
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
8cm Fan
1394b Port(1)
RAID/JBOD Button(2)
1394b Port(2)
RAID/JBOD Button(1)
HDD Access LED
Tray Handle
Fail LED
Power LED
Lock Hole
Power Socket
Power Switch

3Precautions prior to Installation
Precautions prior to Installation
1. Before installation, please refer to the Check Package Contents and Accessories and
ensure necessary parts are fully provided. Contact the original distributor in case of any
missing or damaged item.
2. Please use the power cord that comes with the package to connect the power supply. Do
not disassemble or modify the device without authorization. Be sure to use 100-240V,
60Hz, power supply. Any unauthorized disassembly or modification may cause damage to
the electronic parts and deprive you of the benefit under the warranty. STARDOM is not
liable and responsible for any damage due to unauthorized disassembly or modification, if
such unauthorized disassembly or modification results in data damage or loss, or causes
the operating system unable to start.
3. Please carefully go through the Quick Installation Guide and back up your data on the hard
disk drive before installation or use the newly purchased hard disk drive to avoid data loss
in case of inadvertent operation. STARDOM is not reliable and responsible for any data
damage due to inadvertent operation, if such inadvertent operation results in data damage
or loss, or causes the operating system unable to start.
4. Hardware Requirements
To enhance compatibility and transmission efficiency, please connect to motherboards
or external cards supporting 1394b or higher.
5. OS Software Requirements
The product is ideal for any operating system compatible with the 1394 interface

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Hardware Installation Procedure
1. After verifying that the package is complete, proceed to unpack the package.
2. Hardware Installation.
A.Insert the supplied plastic key into the lock hole on the removable tray and carefully
remove the tray.
B.Remove the holder from the removable tray with a screwdriver (be careful not to
damage the nuts)
C.Mount the hard disk drive and fasten the screws.
Hardware Installation Procedure

5Hardware Installation Procedure
Ｄ.Carefully push the removable tray into the slot and push the handle back into place.
3. Use Mode and Connection Wiring Descriptions
Users must determine which mode to use prior to installation. Once the installation mode
is selected, please do not change the mode arbitrarily if possible. Especially when you
have already selected RAID 0 mode but change it to JBOD mode later or vice versa, it will
cause data damage in the HD.
A.Switch Adjustment Mode Illustrations:
With the machine powered off, you can adjust Switch by selecting any of the following
modes from the rear panel of the machine .
a. For 4 Hard Disk Drives Installed
Two JBOD modes, as 4 physical
hard disk drives Two RAID 0 modes, as 2 virtual
hard disk drives
1
21
2
3
4
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
JBOD
1
JBOD
2
2
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
1
2
2
Raid 0
Raid 0

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An RAID 0 mode and a JBOD mode, as 3 hard disk drives
b. For 2 Hard Disk Drives Installed
A JBOD mode, supporting 2 hard disk drives; or an RAID 0 mode, as 1 hard
disk drive
1
2
3
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
JBOD
1
2
2
1
21
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
JBOD
1
2
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
1
2
Raid 0
Raid 0

Hardware Installation Procedure
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1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
4. Connection Wiring Descriptions and Illustrations:
When the mode for Switch has been selected, you can then install the ST5610 with the
following connection wiring methods. It is recommended you use 1394b cables to connect
to the computer for better performance.
A. Connect two 1394b cables to the interfaces of the computer (most recommended
installation method).
B. Connect a 1394b cable to the interface of the computer and connect another 1394b
cable serially to the rear panel of the ST5610. (The method is recommended if there is
only a 1394b interface of your motherboard.)
Computer Back Panel
Computer Back Panel

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C. Connect a 1394b cable only to the interface of the computer.
D. Two ST5610 units serially connected each other
After selecting a desired installation method as stated above, first power of the ST5610, wait until the ST5610
operates normally, and then turn on your PC.
ST5610-4S-WB (1) ST5610-4S-WB (2) ST5610-4S-WB (3)
Up to 4 Units
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
1394b
Please ensure each
plug has connected
tightly before turn
on the power.
JBOD
Raid 0
12
1
2
Computer Back Panel
Computer Back Panel

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Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure
1. In the four individual Hard Disk Drives modes, the installed devices can be detected by the
Device Manager of the operating system.
A.Windows Operating System – 1394b Interface Connection – JBOD Mode
2. Customers can format the hard disk drive by using the Disk Management tool of the
operating system and then using the ST5610 normally.
A.Operating Instructions for Windows OS
Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure

Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure 10

B.Operating Instructions for Macintosh
After the hardware installation for the ST5610 is completed, you can restart the system
and connect the device to Macintosh.
Hard Disk Drive Format (same as in the Windows format function)
a. Move the cursor to the Toolbar on the Desktop, and select the Disk Utility. A disk tool
window will pop up with several function tabs, such as First Aid, Erase, Partition,
RAID and Reinstall.
b. Select the Erase tab. If the disk device is ready, the disk information will be displayed
on the left window.
c. To erase all data and volumes on a disk, please select the icon for the disk drive and
a Volume Format and enter a name and then click “Erase”. A dialog will pop up with
the following message, “Erasing a disk will destroy all information on the volume of
the disk. Are you sure you wish to erase the disk ‘XXX’? Cancel or Erase” If you wish
to erase, please click “Erase”. After the disk is formatted, you can use the ST5610
normally. Please refer to the figure for instructions.
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Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure

Hard Disk Drive Format Procedure
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C.Partition
Select the disk you wish to partition and the Partition tab. Click the volume name
displayed in the structure and select a Volume Format and enter a name and size. A
dialog will pop up with the following message, “Partitioning a disk will destroy all
information on the volume of the disk. Are you sure you wish to partition the disk
‘XXXXXXX’? Cancel or Erase” Please click “Partition”. After the disk is successfully
partitioned, you can use the ST5610 normally.

1. Operating Instructions for Windows OS
SOHOTANK ST5610-4S-WB can be set up as a highly efficient RAID system in an
operating system. To set up a highly efficient RAID system with the ST5610, please refer
to Microsoft related web sites.
According to Microsoft’s reference, portable external hard disk drives can not be converted
to dynamic hard disk drives through 1394b or USB interfaces. Namely, it is impossible to
use the OS utility to provide a RAID configuration. However, it is possible to convert
portable external hard disk drives to dynamic hard disk drives by changing the OS
parameters. Unless you are an MIS or related engineer, please DO NOT arbitrarily change
Microsoft related parameters to avoid any OS damage or boot failure.
Information for Microsoft Related Web Sites
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/299598/en-us
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/299598/zh-tw
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/303184/zh-tw
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/302969/en-us
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/302969/zh-tw
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/302969/en-us
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/303237/zh-tw
2. Operating Instructions for Macintosh
To set up an ST5610-4S-WB with Macintosh OS as a highly efficient RAID, you need
hard disk drives with the same storage size.
You can use the disk utility provided by Mac OS 10.4.6 to create RAID systems. The
following is a brief description on how to operate. For more detailed information on RAID
setup, please refer to Apple computer related web sites.
A.Move the cursor to the Toolbar on the Desktop, and select the Disk Utility. A disk tool
window will pop up with several function tabs, such as First Aid, Erase, Partition, RAID
and Reinstall.
How to Use the Operating System to Set Up the
RAID Type
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How to Use the Operating System to Set Up the RAID Type

B.Select the RAID tab. If the disk device is ready, the disk information will be displayed on
the left window. Please select the Volume Format and the RAID Type you wish to
create. Please decide the RAID Type that you create by the amount of external hard
drive disks.
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C.Drag disks or volumes to the list box to create the hard disk drives according to the
definition of RAID.
D.Select “Create” to create RAID systems according to the information in the window, as
shown in the figure.
How to Use the Operating System to Set Up the RAID Type

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E.When the format is completed, you will have a highly efficient RAID system featured
with ST5610-4S-WB. You can then access the data through the RAID system, as
shown in the figure.
How to Use the Operating System to Set Up the RAID Type

1. Most of the SOHORAID series are the RAID series. Customers may set up different RAID levels without adding any
other peripherals. Please refer to the SOHORAID series such as SR3610, SR6500, or SR6600 on the
STARDOM web site.
2. Most of the SOHOTANK series are the external case series. Customers may use a SOHOTANK series product as an
external case or a RAID system with an optional RAID CARD. Please refer to the SOHORAID series such as
ST3620, ST7610, ST6600 on the STARDOM web site.
Product Characteristics
1. Two sets of 1394b host interface.
a. By connecting two inputs to different computers, the same storage system can be
shared.
b. Connecting two inputs to two individual interfaces of the same computer system for
better transmitting performance.
c. By connecting an input to a computer system, and serially connecting a 1394b cable to
another 1394b interface, users may have a computer for extended storage usage.
2. The product supports RAID 0 and JBOD. When using JBOD, the system will recognize 4
individual hard disk drives. When using RAID 0, the ST5610 will merge two hard disk
drives of the same input into a larger HD; therefore the system will recognize two large
hard disk drives.
3. The product features 4 HD transmission LEDs and HD damage warning LEDs and a
malfunction warning LED for system HD malfunction and overheat detection.
Related Products:
We provide the interfaces for the ST5610 series related products, including ST5610-4S-S2.
1. The ST5610-4S-S2 provides 4 highly efficient SATA 3.0GHz interfaces as a faster, safer
and more reliable system for users
2. For more details on related products, please go to http://www.stardom.com.tw.
Product Description
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Product Description

Q: Does it need additional drivers to run SOHOTANK ST5610 in different operating systems?
A: No. Users do not need any additional driver to run SOHOTANK ST5610 in different
operating systems. As long as the OS supports the 1394 interface, STARDOM systems
are compatible with a variety of operating systems, e.g. Window XP, Linux, and
Macintosh, etc..
Q: Is SOHOTANK ST5610 compatible with any hard disk drive?
A: The product has no problem with hard disk drive compatibility. STARDOM provides the
SATA I / II interface, which is a cost-efficient system with high performance. Please feel
free to contact us for any hard disk drive compatibility problem.
Q: What can I do if I turn on my PC, but the system BIOS cannot detect the hard disk drive?
A: 1. Typically the system BIOS fails to detect the hard disk drive because of improper
connection. To solve this problem, you can try the following procedure: (1) Power off the
system. (2) Turn off the PC. (3) Make sure the cables are connected properly. (4)
Restart SOHOTANK ST5610. (5) Repeat Step (1) to Step (4) for three times. Please
wait at least 5 minutes between each attempt. If the system BIOS still fails to detect the
hard disk drive, make sure the installation and connection procedures are compliant
with regulations described in the manual.
2. If the hard disk drive cannot still be detected, please contact us via phone or contact
our technical support directly through the RMA system.
Q: Why can’t I use the storage device in the operating system, even the system BIOS has
detected the hard disk drive?
A: 1. Please refer to the Hardware Installation Procedure & Hard Disk Drive Format
Procedure in the Quick Installation Guide and make sure the storage devices have
been installed successfully.
2.New hard disk drives can only be displayed in the system after disk partition and format.
Q: What should I do when the Fail LED indicator lights on?
A: Determine if the fan fails, the system is over heated, or the HD is malfunctioned, as soon
as the Fail LED indicator lights on.
1.In case of malfunctioned fan, please check if the fan is jammed with dust. Should any of
the situations occur, please shut down the system and clean the fan up or remove the
wires that trap the fan. Then restart the system again. If the problem still occurs or for
any reason that you are unable to fix the problem on your own, please send it back for
maintenance.
2.In case that the internal temperature has raised over 60°C, please shut down the
system, let it cool down and then restart it. If the problem still occurs, please send it
back for maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
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