StarTech.com S251BU31C3CB User manual

Quick start guide
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Manual Revision: 06/14/2016
For the latest information, technical specications, and support for
this product, please visit www.startech.com/S251BU31C3CB.
Packaging contents
• 1 x 2.5 in. hard drive enclosure with integrated cable
• 2 x enclosure assembly screws
• 2 x drive-mount hardware screws
• 1 x screwdriver
• 1 x quick start guide
System requirements
• An available USB port
• A 2.5 in. hard drive or solid-state drive
The S251BU31C3CB is OS independent and doesn’t require any
additional drivers or software.
Note: To obtain the maximum USB throughput, you must use a
system with a USB 3.1 Gen 2 port.
System requirements are subject to change. For the latest
requirements, please visit www.startech.com/S251BU31C3CB.
S251BU31C3CB
USB 3.1 (10Gbps) 2.5” SATA SSD/HDD Enclosure with Integrated USB-C Cable
*actual product may vary from photos
Product diagram
LED indicator
LED indicator
Connectors
USB 3.1 cable
Install a drive in the enclosure
Warning! Drives 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. Pull out the integrated USB-C cable from around the enclosure.
2. Pull out the drive tray.
3. Gently slide the connectors on your drive into the corresponding
connectors on the enclosure.
Note: The connectors on your drive are keyed so that the drive only
ts in the enclosure one way.
4. Turn over the drive tray and insert the drive-mount hardware
screws into the two holes.
5. Turn the screws clockwise to tighten them.
6. Slide the drive tray back into the enclosure.
7. To make sure that the drive tray stays in place, insert two of
the enclosure screws in both sides of the enclosure in the end
opposite to the USB-C cable.
8. Turn the screws clockwise to tighten them.
Connect a drive to your computer
• After you install a drive in the enclosure, connect the integrated
USB-C cable to the USB Type-C port on your computer.
When you connect the enclosure to your computer and the OS
automatically installs the necessary software, the drive is accessible
as though it’s installed internally in the system. Before you use the
drive, you need to prepare it for use and format it according to the
requirements of your OS. For more information, see the Prepare a
drive for use topic.
Note: The enclosure doesn’t require an external power supply, as it
receives enough power through the USB bus that it’s connected to.

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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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.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their 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.
Prepare a drive for use
Windows OS
If you install a drive that already has data on it, after you insert 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.
Warning! When you complete the following steps, all of the data
on your drive will be deleted. If your drive has data on it that you
require, you should create a backup le or use a dierent drive.
1. Depending on the OS version that you’re running, do one of the
following:
• On your desktop, right-click My Computer and click Manage.
• On your desktop, right-click Computer and click Manage.
• Click the Start button or Windows icon. Enter compmgmt.
msc and press Enter.
2. On the Computer Management screen, click Disk Management.
3. 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.
4. Locate the disk that is labeled Unallocated. To conrm that the
drive is the correct one, check the drive capacity.
5. Right-click the section of the window that says Unallocated and
click New Partition.
6. 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.
Mac OS
If you install a brand-new drive that doesn’t contain any data, you
must prepare the drive for use.
Warning! When you complete the following steps, you create a
partition that uses the entire drive space.
1. Do one of the following:
• In Spotlight, enter Disk Utility.
• Open Finder. Navigate to Applications and click Utilities.
Open Disk Utility.
2. Select the new drive and click the Partition tab.
3. Enter a name for the partition.
4. Click Apply.
The drive should now appear on your desktop and be accessible in
Finder.
About the LED indicator
The S251BU31C3CB features a blue LED indicator. For more
information about the LED indicator, see the table below.
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated The drive enclosure is receiving
power
LED is illuminated and
blinking
The drive is being accessed