StarTech.com SATDOCKCRH User manual

Serial ATA Hard Drive Dock
eSATA USB to SATA External
Hard Drive Dock with USB Hub
and Card Reader
SATDOCKCRH
SATDOCKCRHGB
Instruction Manual

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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
Specifications.................................................................. 4
Technical Support........................................................... 5
Warranty Information...................................................... 5

1
Introduction
The SATDOCKCRH/GB combines the convenience of a SATA hard
drive docking station with a 13-in-1 card reader and 2-port USB hub,
and can be connected to a computer through either USB or eSATA.
Packaging Contents
1 x SATDOCKCRH hard drive dock•
1 x eSATA cable•
1 x USB cable (A-B)•
1 x Power Adapter•
1 x Instruction Manual•
System Requirements
USB and/or eSATA enabled computer system•
Microsoft Windows• ®2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS®X, or Linux®

2
eSATA
connector
USB
connector
Power
connector
Hard Drive slot
Drive Eject
button
USB hub Card Reader slot
Power
button/LED
Front View
Rear View

3
Installation
WARNING: Hard drives require careful handling, especially when
being transported. If you are not careful with your hard disk, lost data
may result. Always handle storage devices with caution.
Hardware Installation
Connect the external power adapter from the hard drive dock to a1.
power outlet.
Insert a 2.5” or 3.5” hard drive into the top loading slot. Make sure2.
that the connectors on the hard drive are facing the same corner of
the slot that has a cutout in the door. The label on the hard drive
should face the front of the hard drive dock.
Connect the USB cable and eSATA cable from the hard drive dock to3.
the computer system.
NOTE: The hard drive dock can be used with only the USB connection,
if eSATA is not available on the computer system. The hard drive can
be used over eSATA alone, however to use the USB hub and/or card
reader, the USB must be connected.
Once all connections are made, press the power button on the top of4.
the hard drive dock.
To remove the hard drive, make sure it is currently not being5.
accessed by the computer then unmount or uninstall the disk drive
from the operating system (see documentation for your operating
system). Press the drive ejection button on the top of the hard drive
dock the release the drive. Then pull the drive from the slot.
Driver Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS X, Linux
No driver installation is required for these operating systems, as the
hard drive dock, USB hub and card reader are natively supported, so
the drivers are already installed.

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Specications
Bus Interface USB 2.0
SATA 3.0Gb/s
Connectors
1 x USB type B
1 x eSATA
2 x USB type A
1 x SD/MMC/MS card slot
LEDs 1 x Power/Activity
Hard Drive Compatibility 2.5” or 3.5” SATA 1.5/3.0 Gb/s
hard drive up to 1.5TB capacity
Flash Card Compatibility
•MS/MSPro
•SD/MMC
•MSDuo,MSProDuo,MS
Pro-HG Duo
•RS-MMC
•SDHC
•MSMicro
•Mini-SD,Micro-SD
•Micro-SDHC
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB: 480 Mb/s
SATA: 3 Gb/s
Power Adapter 12VDC, 2.5A, center positive
Dimensions 145.0mm x 93.0mm x 65.0mm
Weight 413g
Compatible Operating
Systems
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7,
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.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one 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.
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LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages
(whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
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