StarTech.com IDE44 Reference manual

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com IDE to
Compact Flash hard drive adapter. Ideal for sys-
tem builders and testers requiring a convenient
way to swap drives and operating systems, this
IDE44 Male to CF adapter allows Compact
Flash media to be used as bootable hard drive
and requires no software or driver installation.
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Installation
Please Note: These instructions require that users open their notebook computer for modification, and
assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures. If you are unfamiliar with the terms used,
or procedures described, please contact a computer professional for assistance.
Warning! Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer case or touching any of
the contents of the computer. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-static strap when installing
any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity
build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds.
Warning! Compact Flash cards can not be hotswapped while connected as described herein. To remove
or insert a card, please ensure the computer is powered down.
1. With the notebook computer powered down, and the casing open to expose installed components,
connect the existing IDE hard drive from the IDE connector.
2. IDE441CF Only: If you wish to use the Compact Flash card that will be installed as the Master Drive,
leave Master/Slave Setting Jumper in place. If the card will be used as a slave, remove the jumper pin
from the connectors.
3. Insert the 44-pin (male) IDE connector provided by IDE441CF/IDE442CF into the now vacant IDE
connector (see step #1).
4. Insert the Compact Flash card(s) you wish to use in the Card Slot(s).
5. Fasten the adapter to the notebook computer, and replace the cover on the notebook.
7. Power on the computer. IDE441CF: the installed card will now act as a 2.5” slim line hard drive.
IDE442CF: the installed card(s) will act as a 2.5” slim line hard drive or as
a low power 3.5” disk.
Rev: October 25, 2007
44-pin IDE
Connector
Card Slot
Drive Activity LED
Master/Slave
Setting Jumper
(IDE441CF Only)
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• Compatible with CFI/II, MicroDrive™
• On-board LED displays drive status
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• Host computer with an available IDE
connection
• A Compact Flash I/II card or MicroDrive™
• A 44-pin IDE drive cable
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• 1 x IDE to Compact Flash adapter
• 1 x Instruction Manual
Please see reverse for Regulatory
Compliance, Warranty Information
and Technical Specifications

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim-
its 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 televi-
sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off 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 different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warranty and Regulatory Compliance Statement
Limitation of Liability
FCC Compliance Statement
If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support
and access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and
downloads. This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition,
StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and work-
manship 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 dam-
ages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com
USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any
damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental,
consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, 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 dam-
ages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in
this statement may not apply to you.
Technical Specifications
Card Formats Supported
Compact FlashTM
Compact FlashTM II
IBM MicroDriveTM
Connectors 2 x Compact FlashTM Slots
1 x IDE 44 pin (2.5” drive connector)
Warranty One year
Regulatory Certifications CE