StarTech.com 25S22M2NGFFR User manual

Manual Revision: 10/13/2015
For the latest information, technical specications, and support for
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25S22M2NGFFR
Dual M.2 NGFF SATA RAID Adapter
*actual product may vary from photos

Quick start guide
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging contents.................................................................................................................................. 1
System requirements............................................................................................................................... 1
Product diagram ....................................................................................2
Install the 25S22M2NGFFR ...................................................................3
Prepare a drive for use............................................................................................................................. 4
About RAID congurations...................................................................5
Set a RAID mode........................................................................................................................................ 5
About the LED indicators......................................................................6
Technical support...................................................................................7
Warranty information............................................................................7

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Introduction
Use the 25S22M2NGFFR to install two M.2 NGFF SSDs into a 2.5 in. bay to create high-
performance storage with congurable RAID. This M.2 NGFF RAID adapter enables
a user to install 2 M.2 NGFF SSD into a 2.5”bay and congure the drives into 0, 1,
Spanning, or JBOD RAID modes.
Packaging contents
• 1 x dual M.2 NGFF SATA RAID adapter
• 2 x M.2 drive mount hardware
• 4 x screws
• 1 x mini screwdriver
• 1 x quick start guide
System requirements
• 1 or 2 M.2 NGFF drives
• SATA host device
Operating system requirements are subject to change. For the latest requirements,
please visit www.startech.com/25S22M2NGFFR.

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Product diagram
Drive 1 Error LED
Drive 2 Error
LED
M.2 NGFF
Key B
RAID switches
Drive mount
hardware
Drive installation holes
(8 total)
RAID set button

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Install the 25S22M2NGFFR
Warning! Drives and storage enclosures should be handled carefully, especially when
they’re transported. If you’re not careful with your drives, you may lose data as a result.
Always handle storage devices with caution. Make sure that you’re properly grounded
by wearing an anti-static strap when you install any computer component. If an anti-
static strap isn’t available, touch a large grounded metal surface for several seconds to
discharge any built-up static electricity.
1. Remove the back from the adapter.
2. Depending on the length of your drive, you may need to move the preinstalled
M.2 drive mount hardware. Place your drive next to the adapter and note the drive
installation holes that match the height of your drive. If the drive mount hardware is
already installed in the correct position, proceed to step 7.
3. Remove the circuit board (held in by snaps) and use a small set of pliers to remove
the nuts that are holding the drive mount hardware in place on the reverse side.
4. Use the provided screwdriver to remove the two screws that make up the drive
mount hardware.
5. Place the screws that you removed in step 4 in the drive installation holes that
match the length of your drive and use the screwdriver to tighten the screws.
6. Replace the nuts that you removed in step 3 and tighten them.
7. Gently slide the M.2 connector on your drive into the corresponding connector on
the 25S22M2NGFFR, and press the drive down toward the adapter until the drive is
in place.
Note: The connector on your drive is keyed so that it only ts one way.
8. If necessary, insert a second drive.
9. Install the adapter in your 2.5 in. SATA drive application. For more information on
how to install the adapter, consult the documentation that came with your SATA
host device.
To remove a drive, remove the screws that are holding the drive in place and the drive
will lift up and you can grasp it and remove it.

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Prepare a drive for use
If you install a drive that already has data on it, after you plug in the drive, it appears
under My Computer or Computer with a drive letter assigned to it.
If you install a brand-new drive that doesn’t contain any data, you must prepare the
drive for use.
If you use a computer that’s running a version of Windows®, do the following:
1. On the taskbar, click the Windows icon.
2. In the Search eld, type disk management.
3. In the search results, click Disk Management.
4. A dialog window appears and asks you to initialize the drive. Depending on the
version of Windows that you’re running, you have the option to create either an
MBR or a GPT disk.
Note: GPT (GUID partition) is required for drives larger than 2 TB but GPT isn’t
compatible with some earlier versions of operating systems. MBR is supported by both
earlier and later versions of operating systems.
5. Locate the disk that is labeled Unallocated. To conrm that the drive is the correct
one, check the drive capacity.
6. Right-click the section of the window that says Unallocated and click New Partition.
7. To initialize the drive in the format of your choice, complete the on-screen
instructions.
When the drive is successfully installed, it appears under My Computer or Computer
with a drive letter assigned to it.

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About RAID congurations
You can set one of four RAID congurations, including RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN
modes.
Use the RAID switches and the table below to set your desired RAID conguration.
RAID mode Description J4 J5 J6
RAID 0 Striping - Improves system performance ON ON 1
RAID 1 Mirror - Creates a redundant drive on
the second drive for security
ON 1 ON
SPAN Creates a large single drive volume,
consisting of both drives
ON ON ON
JBOD Just a Bunch of Disks - Allows access to
both drives individually
ON 1 1
Set a RAID mode
Warning! Setting or changing your RAID conguration will erase the data or metadata
on your existing drives. Save or back up any important data before you proceed.
Note: In order to congure your device to RAID 0 or RAID 1, your device must be
congured to JBOD.
1. Set the RAID switches to either 1 or ON, depending on the conguration that you
want to set.
2. Connect the adapter to your SATA host device. Refer to the documentation that
came with your SATA host device for more information about how to connect your
adapter.
3. Power up the adapter.
4. Press the RAID set button on the adapter.

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About the LED indicators
The 25S22M2NGFFR includes a status LED for each of the two drives. Consult the table
below for more information about what the LED behaviors signify.
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated and not blinking Indicates a drive error
LED is blinking Indicates that the drive is being rebuilt
LED is blinking and then stops Indicates that the drive is nished being
rebuilt

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Technical support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship
for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period,
the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent
products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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