StarTech.com UNI251BMU33 User manual

Manual Revision: 09/26/2014
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UNI251BMU33
USB 3.0 SATA/IDE 2.5” Hard Drive Enclosure
*actual product may vary from photos

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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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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Product Diagram ....................................................................................2
Front View .................................................................................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation............................................................................3
How to Use ..............................................................................................7
Connecting the Hard Drive.................................................................................................................... 7
Powering the Drive Enclosure .............................................................................................................. 7
LED Indicator .............................................................................................................................................. 7
Disconnecting the Hard Drive.............................................................................................................. 7
Initializing the Hard Drive ...................................................................................................................... 8
Specications..........................................................................................9
Technical Support ..................................................................................10
Warranty Information............................................................................10

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Introduction
Packaging Contents
• 1x USB 3.0 SATA/IDE 2.5” Hard Drive Enclosure
• 1x USB Y Cable
• 4x Installation screws
• 1x Screw driver
• 1x Instruction manual
System Requirements
• Computer system with available USB 3.0 (5 Gbit/s) port or USB 2.0 port (480Mbps)
• 2.5” SATA Solid State Drive (SSD) / Hard Drive (HDD) or 2.5in IDE Hard Drive (HDD)

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Product Diagram
Front View
1. USB 3.0 Micro Type B port
2. Drive tray screws
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Hardware 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.
1. Remove the drive screws from the front of the enclosure.
Note: Ensure the screws removed, are the screws on the side with the USB 3.0 port.
2. The front plate will easily be removed to reveal the drive tray. Gently slide the drive
tray out of the enclosure.

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3. Connect your 2.5” SSD/HDD to the drive tray.
a) If connecting a SATA drive, connect the SATA connector on the drive to the
SATA drive port on the drive tray.
b) If connecting an IDE drive, connect the IDE connector on the drive to the IDE
drive port on the drive tray.

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4. Secure the drive in place with the 4 provided drive screws.
5. Slide the drive tray back inside the enclosure.
Note: Ensure the USB port is pointing outward.

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5. Place the front plate back on the enclosure, over the drive tray, and drive each of the
drive tray screws back into place using the included screw driver.
6. To complete installation, connect the included USB Y cable from the USB 3.0 Micro
type B port on the enclosure to any 2 available USB port on your computer system.

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How to Use
Connecting the Hard Drive
Once the enclosure has been attached to a computer, and the OS has installed the
necessary software, the drive will be accessible as though it were installed within the
system.
Prior to using the drive, it will need to be formatted according to your operating
system requirements. To format your newly attached hard drive, or create partitions,
please see the Initializing the Hard Drive section.
Powering the Drive Enclosure
The hard drive enclosure requires no external power supply, as it is capable of receiving
enough power from the two USB Bus connectors on the USB Y cable.
LED Indicator
The hard drive enclosure oers an LED indicator, to enable you to monitor drive
activity. When the enclosure is powered, the LED will illuminate. While the hard drive
is being accessed, the LED will blink. Do not remove the enclosure from the host
computer while the LED is ashing, as it could damage the drive or the enclosure,
resulting in data loss.
Disconnecting the Hard Drive
Windows
1. Select the “Safely remove Hardware and Eject Media” icon, located in the task bar.
2. Select the storage device from the list that appears.
3. Wait for the message indicating that it is now safe to remove the device.
Note: Removing the connected drive prior to receiving notication that it is safe to
do so, could result in losing or corrupting data stored on the drive. Once the Safe
to Remove Hardware message appears, please disconnect the enclosure from the
computer by removing the USB connection.
Mac OS X
To safely disconnect the attached drive from the host computer, close any windows
listing the contents of the removable drive. Once all windows are closed, click on the
USB storage icon on the desktop, and drag it to the Trash Can icon on the desktop.
Allow 5 seconds before physically removing the enclosure/drive from the computer.

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Initializing the Hard Drive
1. If the SATA Hard Drive is blank it may need to be initialized and formatted before
use. From the main Windows desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer”
in Vista/ 7 / 8/ 8.1), then select Manage. In the new Computer Management window,
select Disk Management from the left window panel.
2. A dialog window should automatically appear, asking you to initialize the drive.
Depending on the version of Windows, it will give you the option of either creating
an “MBR” or “GPT” disk. GPT (GUID partition) is not compatible with some older
operating systems, while MBR is supported by newer and older operating systems.
3. Once initialized, locate the Disk that says it is “Unallocated” (check the listed 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”.
4. Follow the on screen prompts to initialize the drive in the format of your choice.

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Specications
Host Interface USB 3.0
External Connectors 1 x USB 3.0 Micro B
Internal Connectors 1x 2.5in IDE Data / Power
1 x 15 pin SATA Power
1 x 7 pin SATA Data
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 3.0: 5 Gbit/s

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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.
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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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