StarTech.com SAT1810U2 User manual

Manual Revision: 05/11/2011
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SAT1810U2
1.8in USB to Micro SATA Hard Drive Enclosure

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

Instruction Manual 1
Introduction
The StarTech.com 1.8” USB 2.0 to Micro SATA external hard drive enclosure allows you to turn a
1.8” Micro SATA hard drive or SSD into a portable external storage solution. Connected through
USB 2.0, this sturdy yet lightweight enclosure oers a cost-eective way to create an ultra
portable storage solution that is powered by USB, eliminating the need for additional power
adapters.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x SAT1810U2 enclosure
• 1 x USB cable
• 2 x Foam Pads for 5mm drives
• 1 x Carrying Pouch
• 1 x Package of Screws and Mini Screwdriver
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• USB enabled computer system with available USB port
• USB enabled operating system
• 1.8” Micro SATA hard drive/SSD (5mm or 8mm height)

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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 your hard drive and storage
device with caution.
Hardware Installation
1. Remove the small screw from the rear panel of the enclosure.
2. Open the top panel of the enclosure by pulling the plastic pull tab.
3. If using a 5mm drive, place the two foam pads on the bottom of the drive tray. The foam
pads are not required if using an 8mm drive.
Screw Driver
(included)
Rear Panel screw
Power/Activity LED
USB mini-B
connector
Pull Tab
Foam Pads

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4. Place the drive into the tray and then slide the drive onto the connector.
5. Replace the top cover. The plastic pull tab may be removed, if desired.
6. Replace the screw in the rear panel.
7. Connect the USB cable from the enclosure to the computer system.
Driver Installation
No driver installation is required for any operating system that supports USB, as this enclosure
uses native drivers that are already installed.
Pull Tab

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Using the Enclosure
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003Vista/Server 2008 R2/7
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”.
The New Partition Wizard will appear. Follow the instructions in the wizard to complete setting
up the drive. Once complete, the Disk should show up as “Healthy” with a drive letter assigned
(i.e. E:). This drive letter should now appear within My Computer.
If you are installing a hard drive that already has data on it, then after plugging it in, the drive
should automatically show up with a drive letter assigned within My Computer.

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Specications
Bus Interface USB 2.0
Chipset ID Sunplus SPIF301
Connectors 1 x USB mini-B
LEDs 1 x Power/Activity
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0: 480Mbps
Hard Drive Compatibility 1.8” Micro SATA HDD/SSD, with height
up to 8mm
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 85°C (-4°F ~ 185°F)
Humidity 5 ~ 90% RH
Dimensions (LxWxH) 96.0mm x 60.0mm x 12.0mm
Weight 30g

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-ment 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 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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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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