Transcend StoreJet 35T3 User manual

User’s Manual
3.5" External Hard Drive
StoreJet
®
35T3
(Version 1.0)

Table of Contents
Introduction︱
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Package Contents︱
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Features︱
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System Requirements︱
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Safety Precautions︱
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General Use................................................................................................................... 3
Setup.............................................................................................................................. 3
Backing-Up and Storing Data...................................................................................... 3
Power............................................................................................................................. 4
Reminders..................................................................................................................... 4
Product Overview︱
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Connecting to a Computer︱
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One Touch Auto-backup Button︱
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Disconnecting from a Computer︱
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Windows
®
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Mac
®
OS....................................................................................................................... 10
Linux
®
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Formatting the Hard Drive︱
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Windows
®
XP............................................................................................................... 12
Windows
®
7/Vista........................................................................................................ 13
Mac
®
OS....................................................................................................................... 16
Linux
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Troubleshooting︱
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Recycling & Environmental Considerations︱
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Specifications︱
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Transcend Limited Warranty︱
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Introduction︱
Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet



35T3.This stylish, versatile, high-speed
USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing
and transferring your vital data and information. With its One Touch auto-backup button and
real-world transfer speeds up to 3X faster than USB 2.0 (in USB 3.0 mode), the compact StoreJet
35T3 is quick and easy way to store and back-up essential files, folders, documents, photos,
music and videos. In addition, the StoreJet 35T3 comes with very useful software* that can
increase your storage productivity and security. This User’s Manual is designed to help you get
the most from your new device, please read both in detail before using the StoreJet 35T3.
*Note: StoreJet Elite software only works in Windows—please see the software User's Manual for details
Package Contents︱
The StoreJet 35T3 package includes the following items:
StoreJet 35T3
USB 3.0 Cable
Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card

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Features︱
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant and backwards compatible with USB 2.0
Space-saving upright design – no stand needed
One Touch auto-backup button*
256-bit AES file & folder encryption*
Power-saving sleep mode
Connection bandwidth up to 5Gbits per second
Fanless low-noise operation
Easy Plug and Play installation – no drivers required
Extra-large storage capacity for backing-up files
Includes StoreJet
®
Elite backup and security software
LED power / data transfer activity indicator
*Software installation required to use these features
System Requirements︱
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of following operating systems:
• Windows

XP
• Windows Vista

• Windows

7
• Linux

Kernel 2.6.31 or later
• Mac

OS X 10.4 or later (only USB 2.0 currently supported)

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Safety Precautions︱
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
General Use
• Unpack the contents of the StoreJet 35T3 package carefully.
• Avoid exposing your StoreJet 35T3 to extreme temperatures above 55℃or below 5℃
during operation.
• Never drop your StoreJet 35T3.
• Never allow your StoreJet 35T3 to come in contact with water or any other liquids.
• Never use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
• Do not user or store your StoreJet 35T3 in any of the following environments:
oDirect sunlight
oNext to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
oIn a closed car that is in direct sunlight
oIn an area with strong magnetic fields or excessive vibration
• If your Windows computer does not boot while the StoreJet 35T3 is connected, please
disconnect the StoreJet 35T3 from your computer and reconnect the StoreJet 35T3 after
Windows has started. Otherwise, refer to your computer's manual and change the BIOS
settings to instruct the computer to boot from a different device.
Setup
• Place the StoreJet 35T3 on a flat, stable surface where it cannot be accidentally kicked
or bumped
• Ensure that none of the ventilation holes on the outer case are blocked or covered.
• Only use the USB 3.0 cable that came with the StoreJet 35T3 to connect it to a computer,
and always ensure that the cable is in good condition. NEVER use a cable that is frayed
or damaged.
Backing-Up and Storing Data
• Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss or damage during
operation. If you decide to store data on your StoreJet 35T3, we strongly advise that
you regularly backup the data to a computer, or other storage medium.
• To ensure Super-Speed USB 3.0 data transfer rates when using your StoreJet 35T3,
please make sure that your computer has the relevant drivers and hardware to support
USB 3.0. If you are unsure about how to check this, please consult the user’s manual of
your computer, motherboard, or USB 3.0 interface card for USB 3.0 driver information.

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Power
• The StoreJet 35T3 is powered from your home’s power outlet using the included power
adapter. Do not use any other power adapter with the StoreJet 35T3.
• Ensure nothing is resting on the power or USB cable 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 the StoreJet from your computer.

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Product Overview︱
A
OneTouch Backup Button
B
LED Indicator
C
Anti-slip Rubber Feet
D
DC Power Input Jack
E
USB Port
F
Security Lock Attachment

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Connecting to a Computer︱
1. Attach the included 2-pin or 3-pin (country/region dependant) power connector to the USB
Power Adapter by sliding it until it clicks into place.
2. Connect the Power Adapter cord to the round-shaped DC IN jack on the back of the
StoreJet 35T3 and plug the Power Adapter into your home’s power outlet.
3. Plug the square end (1) of the USB 3.0 cable into the USB port on the StoreJet 35T3.
USB 3.0
Type-B
Connector
USB 2.0 / 3.0
Connector
USB 3.0 Cable
StoreJet 35T3
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Port USB 2.0 Port USB 3.0 Port
4. Plug the rectangular end (2) of the USB 3.0 cable into an available USB 2.0 or USB 3.0
port on your desktop or notebook computer.
Note:
To get the best performance results from your drive, we recommend using the USB 3.0
interface (currently not supported on Mac computers).

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5. When the StoreJet 35T3 is successfully connected to a computer, its LED will light up. In
Windows, a new Local Disk drive with a newly-assigned drive letter will appear, and a
Removable Hardware icon will appear on the Windows System Tray. The StoreJet 35T3’s
internal hard drive comes pre-formatted to FAT32, which is compatible with most computer
systems, including Windows, Mac, Linux, and more.
•Computers running Windows and Mac OS will automatically detect and install the StoreJet 35T3. To use
USB 3.0, please ensure your computer has all necessary USB 3.0 drivers installed, and make sure you
plug the USB Cable into the correct port on your computer (USB 3.0 ports are usually color-coded to
differentiate them from USB 2.0)
• Linux users may have to configure the StoreJet 35T3 manually. To do this, first create a directory for the
StoreJet 35T3 (Example: mkdir /mnt/storejet). Then, mount the StoreJet 35T3 (Example: mount –a –t
msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/Storejet)

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*G: is an example drive letter, the drive letter in your Windows computer may differ
Note: “New Volume” is an example drive. The drive name on your Mac computer may differ
6. Once connected, you can use the StoreJet 35T3 as an external hard drive to transfer data
to and from your computer. Simply drag and drop files or folders onto the Local Disk,
Volume,or Drive Letter that represents the StoreJet 35T3.

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One Touch Auto-backup Button︱
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The StoreJet 35T3 is equipped with a convenient One Touch auto-backup button that you can use
to instantly backup and synchronize your data. Installing the StoreJet Elite software enables
the Auto-backup button, along with useful data-management tools and 256bit AES file security.
Simply run the “sjelite3.exe” file in the root directory of your StoreJet drive to get started. StoreJet
Elite is also available for download on the Transcend website.
Backup and Synchronize Files & Folders
Protect Data with Unbreakable 256-bit Security
Just click the conveniently located One Touch
auto-backup button on the front of the StoreJet 35T3 to
perform an express synchronization of your important
files and folders.
Compress your saved files to maximize memory storage
space and/or protect your data using a password with
powerful 256-bit AES encryption. With StoreJet Elite, you
can protect files while saving space at the same time.
(Please see the StoreJet Elite Software User’s Manual for detailed instructions on how to use StoreJet Elite)

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Disconnecting from a Computer︱
NEVER disconnect the StoreJet from a Computer when its LED is flashing.
Windows
®
1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray.
2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue.
3. A window will appear stating, “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be
safely removed from the system.”
WARNING! To prevent data loss, always use the Safe Removal procedure to remove
the StoreJet in Windows
®
Mac
®
OS
Drag and drop the Disk icon that represents your StoreJet 35T3 into the Trashcan. Then unplug
your StoreJet 35T3 from the USB port.

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Linux
®
Execute umount /mnt/Storejet to un-mount the device. Then unplug your StoreJet 35T3 from the
USB port.

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Formatting the Hard Drive︱
The StoreJet 35T3 comes pre-formatted to the FAT32 file system, which is compatible with
virtually any computer system, including all versions of Windows
®
, Mac
®
, and Linux
®
. If you plan
to use your StoreJet drive on various different types of computers, game consoles, or media
playback devices, we recommend keeping the existing FAT32 file system. However, if you plan to
store large files that exceed 4GB in size, you will need to format the drive to a different file system.
WARNING! Formatting the disk will erase all of the data on your StoreJet 35T3.
To keep existing data, you will need to use a Windows
®
or Mac
®
computer that can detect
the StoreJet drive to make a backup copy of all essential files.
Windows
®
XP
1. Download the StoreJet Format Utility from Transcend’s online Download Center at
www.transcend.com.tw/downloads
2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer’s hard
drive (not the StoreJet 35T3) and run the StoreJetFormatter.exe application.
3. Plug the StoreJet 35T3 into an available USB port on a Windows XP computer.
4. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent
accidental format of a different USB drive.
5. In the StoreJet Format Utility window, click the “Refresh” button.
6. The program will automatically detect the StoreJet 35T3 drive.

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7. Press “Start.”
8. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive.
9. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an “O.K.” message will
appear in the bottom right hand corner of the window.
10. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit.
Windows
®
7/Vista
1. Download the StoreJet Format Utility from Transcend’s online Download Center at
www.transcend.com.tw/downloads
2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer’s hard

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drive (not the StoreJet 35T3).
3. Plug the StoreJet 35T3 into an available USB port on your Windows

7/Vista computer.
4. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent
accidental format of a different USB drive.
5. Right-click “StoreJetFormatter.exe”and select “Run as Administrator.”
6. The User Account Control window will appear. Select “Allow” to continue.
7. In the StoreJet Format Utility window, click the “Refresh” button.
8. The program will automatically detect the StoreJet 35T3 drive.

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9. Press “Start”.

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10. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive
11. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an “O.K.” message will
appear in the bottom right-hand corner of the window.
12. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit.
Mac
®
OS
1. Plug the StoreJet 35T3 into an available USB port on your MAC computer.
2. Unplug all other external storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent
accidental format of a different drive.
3. If a message windows like the one below appears, Click the “Initialize” button. If no
message appears, open “Disk Utility” under “Applications > Utilities “
4. In the Disk Utility window, choose your StoreJet 35T3 from the list on the left.
5. Select the “Erase” tab.
6. Choose the Volume Format you want (Mac OS Extended (journal) is recommended).

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7. Input a name for your new drive (otherwise, your drive will be named “Untitled”)
8. Click the “Erase” button in the bottom right corner of the window
9. Click “Erase” again to confirm.

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10. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit.
Linux
®
1. Plug the StoreJet 35T3 into an available USB port on your Linux computer.
2. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent
accidental format of a different USB drive.
3. Type fdisk /dev/sda (replace /dev/sda with your actual USB device)
4. Press p
5. Press n
6. Press w
7. Type mkfs.ext3 /dev/sda1
8. Go to /etc/fstab and add: /dev/sda1 /mnt/usbdrive auto user,noauto 0 0
9. Type mkdir /mnt/usbdrive
10. Type mount /mnt/usbdrive