StarTech.com SATDOCK4U3 User manual

Manual Revision: 07/18/2011
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SATDOCK4U3
4 Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Dock
for 2.5/3.5in Drives
*actual product may vary from photos

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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Front View.................................................................................................................................................... 2
Rear View...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Installation ..............................................................................................3
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 3
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 3
Using the Storage Device......................................................................4
Specications..........................................................................................5
Technical Support ..................................................................................6
Warranty Information............................................................................6

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Introduction
The SATDOCK4U3 USB 3.0 4-Bay SATA Hard Drive Docking Station is a convenient,
time-saving storage solution for 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid
state drives (SSD) that enables you to connect up to 4 SATA drives through a single
host connection, while controlling the power status (on/o ) of each individual drive
independently from the rest.
The hard drive docking station features SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectivity (also
compatible with USB 2.0) which supports data transfer rates up to 10x faster than USB
2.0. Also with dual built-in, variable-speed 60mm cooling fans with manual control
(including o). Double the value of this hard drive docking station, using a SATA to IDE
hard drive adapter (SAT2IDEADP), which enables you to use any 2.5 or 3.5in IDE hard
drive in a SATA hard drive dock slot.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x 4 Bay SATA HDD Docking Station
• 1 x USB 3.0 cable
• 1 x Universal Power Adapter
• 3 x Power Cord (NA/UK/EU)
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• USB enabled computer system with available USB port
• Available AC electrical outlet
• Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit),
or Apple® Mac OS® X, or Linux®

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Front View
Rear View

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Installation
WARNING! Hard drives and storage enclosures require careful handling,
especially when being transported. If you are not careful with your hard disk,
lost data may result. Always handle your hard drive and storage device with
caution. Be sure that you are properly grounded by wearing an anti-static
strap when handling computer components or discharge yourself of any
static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such
as the computer case) for several seconds.
Hardware Installation
1. Connect the external power adapter from the hard drive docking station to an AC
power outlet.
2. Insert 2.5in or 3.5in hard drive(s) into the top loading drive bay(s). Make sure that
the SATA connectors on the hard drive are facing the same corner of the drive bay
that has the 2.5in cutout in the door. The label on the hard drive should face the
front of the SATA docking station.
3. Connect the included USB 3.0 cable from the hard drive docking station to an
available USB port on the computer system. The computer can be ON or OFF. The
USB 3.0 cable can be plugged into USB 2.0 ports, but will only run at USB 2.0 speeds.
NOTE: A USB 2.0 cable can be used in place of the USB 3.0 cable, however the dock
will only run at USB 2.0 speeds.
4. Press the power buttons on the top of the hard drive docking station for each of the
bays that contain a hard drive. The Power LED around the power buttons will light
up.
5. To remove the hard drive, make sure it is currently not being accessed by the
computer and the Activity LED is not ashing, then unmount or uninstall the disk
drive from the operating system (see documentation for your operating system).
Press the appropriate power button to turn o the hard drive and wait for the drive
to power down. Press the drive ejection button on the top of the hard drive dock to
the release the drive, then pull the drive from the slot.
NOTE: Each drive can be independently powered on/o without aecting the other.
Driver Installation
No driver installation is required for the supported operating systems, as this hard
drive dock is natively supported, so the drivers are already installed.

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Using the Storage Device
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7
If you are using a brand new hard drive that does not contain any data, then you will
rst need to prepare the hard drive for use. From the main desktop, right-click on
“My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7), then select Manage. In the new Computer
Management window, select Disk Management from the left window panel.
Locate the Disk that says it is “Unallocated” (check hard drive capacity to conrm it’s the
correct hard drive) and then right-click in the section that says “Unallocated” and select
“New Partition”.

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Specications
Number of Drive Bays 4
Host Interface SuperSpeed USB 3.0
Chipset ID VIA VL810 + ASMedia ASM1051
External Connectors 1 x USB 3.0 type B female
1 x DIN Power female
LEDs 4 x Drive Power
4 x Drive Activity
Fans 2 x 60mm
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 3.0: 5 Gbps
Compatible Hard Drives 2.5in and 3.5in SATA hard drives/solid
state drives
Insertion Rating 15, 000 cycles
Power Adapter 12V DC, 6500 mA
Operating Temperature 5°C ~ 80°C (41°F ~ 176°F)
Storage Temperature -40°C ~ 70°C (-40°F ~ 158°F)
Humidity 8% ~ 90% RH
Dimensions 290.5mm x 172.7mm x 94.7mm
Weight 1054g
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/
Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit),
Mac OS X, Linux

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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.
In addition, 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.
Limitation of Liability
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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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