StarTech.com SAT1810U2 User manual

SATA Hard Drive Enclosure
1.8” USB 2.0 to Micro SATA
External Hard Drive Enclosure
SAT1810U2
Instruction Manual

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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
Specifications............................................................ 6
Technical Support..................................................... 7
Warranty Information ................................................ 7

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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 offers a cost-effective 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 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
Remove the small screw from the rear panel of the enclosure.1.
Open the top panel of the enclosure by pulling the plastic pull tab.2.
Pull Tab
Screw Driver
(not included)
Rear Panel screw
Power/Activity LED
USB mini-B
connector

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If using a 5mm drive, place the two foam pads on the bottom of the drive3.
tray. The foam pads are not required if using an 8mm drive.
Place the drive into the tray and then slide the drive onto the connector.4.
Replace the top cover. The plastic pull tab may be removed, if desired.5.
Replace the screw in the rear panel.6.
Connect the USB cable from the enclosure to the computer system.7.
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
Foam Pads

4
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 first 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
confirm it’s the correct hard drive) and then right-click in the section that
says “Unallocated” and select “New Partition”.

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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
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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