TRENDnet TU3-S25 User manual

Table of Contents
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................3
Introduction...................................................................................................4
Technical Features .......................................................................................4
Package Contents.........................................................................................4
System Requirements..................................................................................5
Installation.....................................................................................................6
Verify Installation..........................................................................................8
Disconnect the enclosure..........................................................................10
Specifications .............................................................................................11
Regulatory Compliance .............................................................................12
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................13

SafetyInstructions
•Always read the safety instructions carefully.
•Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
•Keep this equipment away from humidity.
•If any of the following situation arises, get the equipment checked by a service
technician:
•The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
•The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
•The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
•The equipment has not been working well or you cannot get it to work according to the
User’s Manual.
Copyright Statement
No part of this publication may be reproduced in any forms without the prior written
permission. Other trademarks or brand names mentioned herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Disclaimer
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer does
not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the accuracy
and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for any loss of profit or
any commercial damage, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or
other damage.

Introduction
The 5Gbps 2.5” USB 3.0 External Enclosure, model TU3-S25, supports one 2.5” SATA I or
II hard disk drive with storage capacities in excess of 1 Terabyte (hard drive sold
separately). Store and transfer content at blazing fast 5Gbps USB 3.0 speeds—10 times
faster than USB 2.0.
Install a SATA I or II hard drive and connect the enclosure to a 5Gbps USB 3.0 port on your
computer. USB 3.0 is backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports. An aluminum housing
cools the enclosed hard drive and there is a convenient power button on the front of the
enclosure. Save time by transfering large files at breakthrough 5Gbps USB 3.0 speeds.
TechnicalFeatures
•1 x USB 3.0 Type Mini-B port
•Backwards compatible with USB 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 connections
•Supports all USB speeds: Super speed (USB 3.0: 5Gbps*), High speed (USB 2.0:
480Mbps), Full speed (USB 1.1: 12Mbps), and Low speed (USB 1.0: 1.5Mbps)
•Supports one 2.5” SATA/SATA II hard drive or Solid State Drive (SSD)
•Maximum hard drive capacity supported: 2TB
•Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems**
•Data transfer LEDs
•Light weight aluminum housing
•Sleek and small external enclosure
•Plug and play support with no driver installation required
•2-year limited warranty
PackageContents
•TU3-S25
•Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
•CD-ROM (User’s Guide)
•USB 3.0 Type A to Type Micro B cable(0.9 m / 3 ft)
•Hard drive mounting screws

SystemRequirements

Installation

VerifyInstallation
To verify your installation, right click Computer on the Desktop and select Manage. When
the Computer Management screen appears, click on Device Manager and select
Universal Serial Bus controllers.
On Windows 7:
On Windows Vista:

On Windows XP:

Disconnecttheenclosure
A proper disconnection of any USB hard drives and enclosures from your computer is
required to prevent any disruption during file transfers or even data corruption. To
disconnect open My Computer, select and right click the hard drive you would like to
disconnect and select Eject. The selected hard drive will disappear from your My
Computer list and a “Safe to Remove Hardware” message will appear on your system
tray.
On Windows 7:
On Widnows Vista

Specifications
Hardware
USB Standards USB 3.0
Backwards compatible with USB 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0
External Ports 1 x USB 3.0 Type Mini-B port
HD Interface 1 x SATA/SATA II
Compatible drives 2.5 in. HDD or SSD
HD Capacity 2TB (max.)
Supported OS Windows 7 (32/64-bit), Vista (32/64-bit), XP (32/64-bit)
Mac OS X v10.4 to 10.6**
Linux
Data Rates Super speed: 5Gbps* (USB 3.0)
High speed: 480Mbps (USB 2.0)
Full speed: 12Mbps (USB 1.1)
Low speed: 1.5Mbps (USB 1.0)
HD Transfer Rates SATA II: up to 3Gbps
SATA I: up to 1.5Gbps
Power Switch On/off
Dimensions (L x W x D) 122 x 75 x 15 mm (4.8 x 3 x 0.6 in.)
Weight 62.4 g (2.2 oz)
Enclosure Material Aluminum and PVC
Temperature Operating: 10°C ~ 40°C (50°F ~ 104°F)
Storage: -10°C ~ 80°C (14°F ~ 176°F)
Humidity Max. 90% (non-condensing)
Certifications CE, FCC
*Data is transferred over USB3.0 connections at up to 5Gbps. However actual data throughput
may be significantly affected by choice of hard drive, computer system architecture, CPU loading,
and other factors.
**USB 3.0 super speeds are based on compatible operating systems..

RegulatoryCompliance
FCC Conditions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CE
This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following regulations: EN 55
022: CLASS B
WEEE Information
For EU (European Union) member users:
According to the WEEE (Waste electrical and electronic equipment) Directive, do not
dispose of this product as household waste or commercial waste. Waste electrical and
electronic equipment should be appropriately collected and recycled as required by
practices established for your country. For information on recycling of this product, please
contact your local authorities, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.

LimitedWarranty
TRENDnet warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase.
TU3-S25 – 3 Years Warranty
AC/DC Power Adapter, Cooling Fan, and Power Supply carry 1 year warranty.
If a product does not operate as warranted during the applicable warranty period,
TRENDnet shall reserve the right, at its expense, to repair or replace the defective
product or part and deliver an equivalent product or part to the customer. The
repair/replacement unit’s warranty continues from the original date of purchase. All
products that are replaced become the property of TRENDnet. Replacement products
may be new or reconditioned. TRENDnet does not issue refunds or credit. Please contact
the point-of-purchase for their return policies.
TRENDnet shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory
data of customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to
TRENDnet pursuant to any warranty.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the product. Do not remove or attempt to
service the product by any unauthorized service center. This warranty is voided if (i) the
product has been modified or repaired by any unauthorized service center, (ii) the product
was subject to accident, abuse, or improper use (iii) the product was subject to conditions
more severe than those specified in the manual.
Warranty service may be obtained by contacting TRENDnet within the applicable
warranty period and providing a copy of the dated proof of the purchase. Upon proper
submission of required documentation a Return MaterialAuthorization (RMA) number will
be issued. An RMA number is required in order to initiate warranty service support for all
TRENDnet products. Products that are sent to TRENDnet for RMA service must have the
RMA number marked on the outside of return packages and sent to TRENDnet prepaid,
insured and packaged appropriately for safe shipment. Customers shipping from outside
of the USA and Canada are responsible for return shipping fees. Customers shipping
from outside of the USAare responsible for custom charges, including but not limited to,
duty, tax, and other fees.

WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF THE TRENDNET PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS
WARRANTED ABOVE, THE CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE, AT
TRENDNET’S OPTION, REPAIR OR REPLACE. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND
REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TRENDNET NEITHER ASSUMES
NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER
LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE OR
USE OF TRENDNET’S PRODUCTS.
TRENDNET SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND
EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES
NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE,
NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS
TO REPAIR OR MODIFY, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE
INTENDED USE, OR BYACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OR OTHER HAZARD.
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ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER
BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR
FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
INFORMATION OR DATE, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE,
PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
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LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED
HEREIN SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.