Transcend StoreJet 35 Ultra User manual

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StoreJet™3.5
User’s Manual
(Version 1.0)

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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................3
Package Contents..............................................................................................................................3
Features.............................................................................................................................................4
System Requirements........................................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................5
General Use.......................................................................................................................................5
Backing Up Data ................................................................................................................................5
Transporting.......................................................................................................................................5
Power.................................................................................................................................................5
Reminders..........................................................................................................................................5
Product Overview...................................................................................................................6
Installing a Hard Drive............................................................................................................7
Driver Installation .................................................................................................................10
Driver Installation for Windows®2000, XP and VISTA ....................................................................10
Driver Installation for Mac™OS 9.0, or Later ...................................................................................10
Driver Installation for Linux™Kernel 2.4, or Later ............................................................................10
Connecting to a Computer ..................................................................................................11
Disconnecting from a Computer.........................................................................................13
Removing the StoreJet™3.5 in Windows®2000, XP and VISTA.....................................................13
Removing the StoreJet™3.5 in Mac™OS 9.0, or Later....................................................................13
Removing the StoreJet™3.5 in Linux™Kernel 2.4, or Later.............................................................13
Formatting the Hard Drive ...................................................................................................14
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................16
StoreJet™3.5 series .............................................................................................................17
Transcend Limited Warranty ...............................................................................................18

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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet™3.5.This portable, Hi-Speed USB storage device
is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing, transferring and backing up
your vital data and information. With a huge storage capacity and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates,
the StoreJet™3.5 is ideal for storing and transferring your files, folders, documents, photos, music and
e-work between it and any desktop, or notebook computer. In addition, the StoreJet™3.5 comes with a
very useful software (please see the Software User’s Manual for detailed instructions) pack that can (used
in Windows®) increase your productivity. The User’s Manual and accompanying Software User’s Guide
are written to help you get the most from your new device, please read both in detail before using the
StoreJet™3.5.
Package Contents
The StoreJet™3.5 package includes the following items:
zStoreJet™3.5
zCD
zUSB B-Type to USB A-Type cable
zPower Adapter
zPower Cable
zVertical stand
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zQuick Instruction Guide
zScrews x 4
Features
zHi-Speed USB 2.0 compliant and USB 1.1 backwards compatible
zEasy Plug and Play installation
zHi-Speed data transfer rates up to 480Mbits (60MB) per second
zAluminum case
zLED indicates Power On and data transfer activity
zAdditional StoreJet Software pack: StoreJet™elite (helps you manage your data)
System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of following Operating Systems (OS):
zWindows®2000
zWindows®XP
zWindows®VISTA
zMac™OS 9.0, or later
zLinux™Kernel 2.4, or later
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Safety Precautions
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
Your StoreJet™3.5 is connected to a computer using a USB B-Type (on the StoreJet™) to
USB A-Type (on a Desktop/Notebook) cable. Please ensure that you connect the cable
ends to the ports correctly.
General Use
zCarefully unpack the contents of the StoreJet™package.
zDuring operation avoid exposing your StoreJet™to temperature extremes above 60℃, or below 5℃.
zDo not drop your StoreJet™.
zDo not allow your StoreJet™to become damp or wet from water or any other liquids.
zDo not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
zDo not use or store your StoreJet™in any of the listed environments:
oDirect sunlight
oNext to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
oIn a closed car that is in direct sunlight
Backing Up Data
zTranscend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you
decide to store data on your StoreJet™we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a
computer, or other storage medium.
zTo ensure High-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when using your StoreJet™3.5 with a computer,
please check the computer has the relevant USB drivers. If you are unsure on how to check this,
please consult the computer or motherboard User’s Manual for USB driver information.
zThe StoreJet™3.5’s internal hard drive comes formatted for NTFS. If you want to backup a Mac
computer you will need to format the drive for HFS+ using the Mac Disk Utility.
Transporting
zDo not pack your StoreJet™3.5 into luggage without the proper padded support. Other items in the
luggage may damage your StoreJet™3.5 without the proper protection.
zAvoid squeezing your StoreJet™3.5 to prevent damage to the internal HDD.
zAvoid placing objects onto your StoreJet™3.5 to prevent damaging it.
Power
zThe StoreJet™3.5 is powered from the mains using the Power Adapter.
zEnsure nothing is resting on the Power cables and that the cables are not located where they can be
tripped over or stepped on.
Reminders
Always follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove your
StoreJet™from a computer.
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Product Overview
Figure 1. StoreJet 3.5
Screws x 2
Power ON/OFF Switch
Power Jack
LED
USB B-Type Port
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Installing a Hard Drive
Your StoreJet™3.5 HDD Enclosure is capable of supporting an IDE, or a SATA Hard Disk
Drive. It is IMPORTANT! that you match and install the correct Hard Drive to the correct
enclosure.
Installing a Hard Drive
If you purchased a Transcend StoreJet™3.5 HDD Enclosure that does not have a Hard Disk Drive
already installed, please read this section, otherwise you can skip to the “Driver Installation” section. Your
Transcend StoreJet™3.5 HDD Enclosure is capable of supporting an IDE, or a SATA Hard Drive, it is
important that you match and install the correct hard drive to the correct enclosure. You can identify the
type of enclosure by its part number. Enclosures with the Transcend part number TS0GSJ35-S support
SATA Drives, while enclosures with the part number TS0GSJ35 support IDE Drives.
1. Open the StoreJet™3.5 by removing the two screws from either side of the top cover, as indicated in
the diagram.
Figure 2. Remove the screws from the top cover
2. Remove the cover revealing a control board adapter; this converts the IDE, or SATA interface
connector of the hard drive to a USB 2.0 B-Type interface. Slide out the control board.
Figure 3. Remove the top cover revealing the IDE/SATA adapter
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3. IDE Connection: Carefully line up and plug in the IDE connector on the control board to the hard
drive. Do NOT force the IDE connector into the hard drive and do NOT insert the connector at an
angle, otherwise you may damage it. After you have connected the control board, attach the power
cable to the IDE hard drive.
Figure 4. Connect the IDE control board and power cable to the IDE hard drive
4. SATA Connection: Carefully line up and plug in the SATA connector on the control board to the hard
drive. Do NOT force the SATA connector into the hard drive and do NOT insert the connector at an
angle, otherwise you may damage it.
Figure 5. Connect the SATA hard drive to the SATA adapter
5. Using the screws that are provided, secure the hard drive to the control board’s plastic panel; this will
allow you to slide the hard drive into the StoreJet™3.5 more easily.
Figure 6. Secure the hard drive to the panel using the provided screws
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6. Carefully reinsert the IDE/SATA adapter and its connected 3.5” hard drive into the StoreJet™3.5 and
reattach the screws to the top cover.
Figure 7. Reinsert the IDE/SATA adapter plus drive and reattach the screws
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Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows®2000, XP and VISTA
No drivers are required. These Windows®Operating Systems have built-in drivers to support the
StoreJet™3.5. Plug your StoreJet™into an available USB port. Connect the Power Adapter to the
StoreJet™3.5 enclosure’s power jack and connect the power cable to the adapter, then turn on the unit’s
power switch. Windows will install the necessary files and a new Local Disk drive with a newly assigned
drive letter representing the StoreJet™3.5 will appear in the My Computer window.
Driver Installation for Mac™OS 9.0, or Later
No drivers are required. Plug your StoreJet™3.5 into an available USB port. Connect the Power Adapter
to the StoreJet™3.5 enclosure’s power jack and connect the power cable to the adapter, then turn on the
unit’s power switch and your computer will automatically detect it.
Figure 8. Mac Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Linux™Kernel 2.4, or Later
No drivers are required. Plug your StoreJet™3.5 into a USB port. Connect the Power Adapter to the
StoreJet™3.5 enclosure’s power jack and connect the power cable to the adapter, then turn on the unit’s
power switch and mount it.
1. First create a directory for the StoreJet™3.5.
Example: mkdir /mnt/Storejet
2. Then, mount the StoreJet™3.5.
Example: mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/Storejet
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