U-Reach Carry Series User manual

Carry Series
HDD/SSD
Duplicator and Sanitizer
User Manual
v A.01

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Index Table
Product Disclaimer .................................................................................................................. 2
Warranty ................................................................................................................................. 2
Piracy Statement ..................................................................................................................... 2
Before You Start ...................................................................................................................... 3
Notice Symbols ........................................................................................................................ 3
Product Overview .................................................................................................................... 4
1. Copy ................................................................................................................................. 8
2. Compare .......................................................................................................................... 9
3. Copy+Compare ................................................................................................................ 9
4. Erase ................................................................................................................................ 9
5. Utility ............................................................................................................................. 11
6. Setup .............................................................................................................................. 13
PRO118 & PRO318 v A.01.2

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Product Disclaimer
U-Reach is not accountable for any incidental or consequential damages, including, but not
limited to property harm, loss of time or data from use of any U-Reach product, or any
other damages attributable to product malfunction or failure of including without
limitation, those attributed to reliance of the materials provided, costs of product
replacement, loss of use, data or profits, delays or business interruptions, any principle of
legal responsibility arising from or in reference to the use, overall performance, delays in
servicing, or lack of ability to render service of any U-Reach product. U-Reach makes every
effort to ensure proper function of all products. However, the customer is responsible for
verifying that the output of U-Reach product meets the customer’s quality requirement.
The customer further acknowledges that improper use of U-Reach products, software
program, and/or hardware issues can cause loss of data, defective formatting, or unreliable
data loading. U-Reach will make efforts to resolve or repair any issues recognized by
customer either within the warranty period or on a time and materials basis.
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Warranty
U-Reach provides a basic, one-year parts and labor warranty for all its products, excluding
cables, adapters, and other consumable items. An extended warranty may be purchased.
Telephone and email support are available for the life of the product as defined by U-
Reach.
All warranties are specific to a market region and will be defined per the market region in
which the product was purchased.
Piracy Statement
U-Reach accepts no responsibility for copyright infringement or misuse of any U-Reach
equipment. Copying any form of data (audio, video, or software) without the permission of
the copyright holder is illegal. It is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure that the legal
copyrights of the copyright owners are respected.

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Before You Start
Important Notice
● Carefully read the entire manual before operating.
● Make sure the source device is correct and functioning.
● Equal capacity of source and target is recommended for guaranteed data consistency.
● Using the Copy+Compare function provides the most flawless duplication.
● Damage incurred due to non-compliance with U-Reach operating instructions will void
the warranty.
● Store the equipment safely when not in use and keep out of the reach of children.
● Please turn off duplicator before replacing sockets.
● Never turn off the power while the firmware updates.
● Use only approved, stable power sources.
● The power supply has overload protection. When it is overloaded and shutdown,
please unplug the power cord for 2 minutes for discharging.
● Use product only in a clean, dry, dust-free, and ventilated area. Liquids or foreign
debris can severely damage your duplicator.
● It is typical for the machine to heat up during operation.
● While in use, do not move the duplicator or remove SSDs.
● Static electricity may cause duplication error. Please pay attention to the duplicator’s
environment while operating equipment. Purchasing electricity elimination equipment
helps avoid shock.
● Devices will operate at high-temperatures during selected tasks.
● Wear protective gloves to prevent burns when handling devices.
● Ensure machine and operator are properly grounded to prevent ESD.
Notice Symbols
Special items, procedures, or notes to be observed prior to use:
Note
Refers to related duplicator operations, special details, tips, or suggestions for
operational effectiveness.
Caution
Refers to procedures that need to be adhered to or precautions.

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Product Overview
! Hardware
! LCD configuration
Port 1
(Source)
Port 2
(Target 1)
UP: Backward
DOWN: Forward
OK: Confirm/OK
ESC: Cancel/Back
Copy x1 2047M
0:11 41% 860M
Time
Copy
Progress %
Target HDD
Total Size
(Source)
Copied Processed Size
(Target)
Function
Red: Fail
Flashing Green: Operating
Remain Green: Pass
Yellow: Powered

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Function Table
Function
Description
1. Copy
To copy source HDD to multiple target HDDs. Refer to function [6.1 Copy
Area] for 4 different copy modes selection.
2. Compare
To compare data bit for bit between source and target HDDs.
3. Copy
+Compare
It makes copy first and then compare target HDD with source HDD to
ensure data correctness.
4. Erase
4.1 Quick Erase
To erase HDD’s index table only, it takes short time to execute this
function.
4.2 Full Erase
To erase the whole HDD content.
4.3 DoD Erase
To erase HDDs three times complying with USA Department of Defense
(DoD) standard.
4.4 DoD EraseComp
To erase HDDs three times complying with USA Department of Defense
(DoD) standard and bit by bit to check if data is completely erased.
4.5 7-Pass Erase
Erases device(s) 7 times complying with DoD 5220.22-M(ECE) Standards.
4.6 Secure Erase
The international authorized high standard Secure Erase function. It can
erase the area which is not loadable.
4.7 Enhanced Secure Erase
Erases devices that support this feature.
5. Utility
5.1 Show Disk Info.
Displays basic information such as device model, name, capacity, etc.
5.2 Update
System
5.2.1 Update BIOS
To update the system firmware via the HDD.
5.2.2 Create Update HDD
To format the HDD with a 2GB FAT partition to quickly
save the new firmware in the HDD.
5.3 System Info.
This function will show information of the duplicator system, including

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controller model, number, and software version.
6. Setup
6.1 Copy Area
6.1.1 System and Files
To copy source HDD's data area only.
6.1.2 ALL Partitions
To copy source HDD's all partitions.
6.1.3 Whole HDD
To copy the whole source HDD.
6.1.4 Percentage (%)
To copy percentage range of source HDD.
6.2 Copy GPT Backup Area
Enable this function to copy the end GPT format.
6.3 Skip Errors
Skips bad sectors of source HDD during Copy/Compare/Erase.
6.4 Language
English / Japanese
6.5 Delete Disk Signature After
Copy
No
Yes
Do not copy the disk signature onto
target devices.
6.6 Advanced
Setup
6.6.1 Unknown
Format
6.6.1.1 Copy Unknown
Copy unknown area when the device
cannot identify the format.
6.6.1.2 Skip Unknown
Skip copy unknown area when the
device cannot identify the format.
6.6.2 Erase
Master
(Setup to erase
source HDD or
not.)
6.6.2.1 Enable
Enable erase source HDD.
6.6.2.2 Disable
Disable erase source HDD.
6.6.3 Erase
Pattern
6.6.3.1 ONE Byte
A random character to be written into
every byte.
6.6.3.2 Big Random Data
A set of random character to be
written into a set of area.

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6.6.4 Wait HDD Time
Auto start time after plugging HDD from 0~30 seconds.
6.6.5 Mark After Erase
Creates watermark on the device(s) after erase job is
completed.
6.6.6 Transfer Rate
Select the proper transfer rate from UDMA2~UDMA7.
UDMA7 is the fastest.
6.6.7 Stop Motor Time
Auto running time after stopping motor from 1~20
seconds.
6.7 Restore Default
Back to original manufacturer setting.

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Functions
1. Copy
Step 1: Prepare source and target devices.
Step 2: Connect source and target devices.
Step 3: Proceed to copy.
Scroll to select "1. Copy", then press "OK" to start the duplication process.
The information below states what is displayed on the LCD during duplication.
Caution
It is recommended to reboot the machine after manually stopping the copy.
Step 4: Copy Completed!
The quantity of passed or failed target device(s), the copied duration, and CRC64
will be displayed on the LCD after duplication completes.
Note
CRC64: During duplication, each port will simultaneously record written data
and compare CRC64 between source and targets. The result will be conveyed
with a green light (pass) or a red light (fail).
Note
Recommendation: Target device(s)’ capacity must be equal to or larger than
the source device capacity.
Note
The number of working/connected targets will be displayed on LCD. Press
"OK" to start.
Note
l Press “▲▼” together for 5 seconds to stop operation on the slowest
device.
l Press “ESC” for 5 seconds to stop all the copy jobs.

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2. Compare
Proceed to verify device(s).
Scroll to select "2. Compare", then press "OK" to start the verification process.
3. Copy+Compare
Sequentially automates from Function 1, Copy to Function 2, Compare.
Scroll to select "3. Copy+Compare", then press "OK" to start the automated
duplication and verification process.
Caution
User is responsible for verification of targets’ quality. Testing a few completed
targets in a mass production environment for quality control is
recommended.
4. Erase
There are 7 submenu modes.
Step 1: Connect device(s) for sanitizing.
Step 2: Enter function "4. Erase"
Scroll to select "4. Erase”, then press "OK" to view the 7 erase modes.
Step 3: Select an Erase Function.
Here are a couple tips to see port details during erase:
Step 4: Erase Completed
Here are a few tips to perform or stop an Erase job.
Note
The number of working/connected targets will be displayed on the LCD. Press
"OK" to start.
Caution
Please back up all important data before using this function.
Note
Source Port is disabled for erasing. Go to 6.8.2 to enable source port erasing.
l Press “▲” or “▼” to view real-time status of each port.
l Press “OK” to view the details of each port.

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Caution
User is responsible for verification of targets’ quality. Testing a few completed
targets in a mass production environment for quality control is
recommended.
4.1 Quick Erase
This function will erase the index table from the connected device(s).
Scroll to select "4.1. Quick Erase”, then press "OK" to start the erasing process.
4.2 Full Erase
This function will erase all data per NIST 800-88 Standards on the connected
device(s).
Scroll to select "4.2 Full Erase”, then press "OK" to start the erasing process.
4.3 DoD Erase
This function will erase all data per DoD 5220.22-M Standards on the connected
device(s).
Scroll to select "4.3 DoD Erase", then press "OK" to start the erasing process.
4.4 DoD Erase Comp
This function will erase all data per DoD 5220.22-M Standards, then compare
erasure of the connected device(s).
Scroll to select "4.4 DoD EraseComp", then press "OK" to start the erasing and
verifying process.
4.5 7-Pass Erase
This function will erase device(s) 7 times complying with DoD 5220.22-M(ECE)
Standards.
Scroll to select "4.5 7-Pass Erase", then press "OK" to start the erasing process.
4.6 Secure Erase
This function erases the non-loadable areas complying with NIST 800-88
Standards.
l Press “Asynchronous Erase Button” to start a new Erase job.
l Press “Asynchronous Erase Button” for 5 seconds to stop a single port.
l Press “ESC” for 5 seconds to stop all the erase jobs.

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Scroll to select "4.6 Secure Erase ", then press "OK" to start the erasing process.
Caution
If Secure Erase process is interrupted, the device will be locked. Please
execute again and wait until it finishes.
4.7 Enhanced Secure Erase
This function erases devices that supports this feature.
Scroll to select "4.7 Enhanced Secure Erase", then press "OK" to start the
erasing process.
5. Utility
This menu contains submenus related to device information, system information
and updates.
Scroll to "5. Utility”, then press "OK" to view the submenus.
5.1 Show Disk Info
This function will display basic information such as device model, name,
capacity, etc…
Scroll to select "5.1 Disk Info”, then press "OK" to view the connected device(s).
Then scroll through to view connected device(s) by port number order.
5.2 Update System
This function is to execute firmware updating of system.
You can follow the following steps to update the system firmware.
Step 1: Create an Update HDD
Place a SDD/HDD to the duplicator. Select function "5.2.2 Create Update HDD".
Step 2: Format BIOS HDD
Click "OK" to format the BIOS hard disk. One FAT, 2GB partition will be formatted
in HDD. That would reduce searching time, and speed up firmware update.
[Update System]
2. Create Update HDD

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Caution
The data saved in this HDD will be erased.
Step 3: Download Firmware
Connect the BIOS HDD to PC. Download the latest firmware from PC and save
it to HDD. Unzip BIOS, and save it to the root directory.
Step 4: Enter "Update BIOS"
Place the BIOS HDD into source port. Enter function "5.2.1 Update BIOS".
Update will take about a minute to complete.
Caution
Please do not disrupt during BIOS update, otherwise it would
cause irretrievable error on duplicator. We are not held
responsible for any damages.
5.3 System Info.
This function will display basic information such as controller, model number,
software version, etc.
Scroll to select "5.3 System Info”, then press "OK" to view all information.
[Update System]
1. Update BIOS

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6. Setup
6.1 Copy Area
There are 4 submenu modes.
Scroll to select "6.1 Copy Area”, then press "OK.” Then scroll through to select
one of the four copy methods.
l Selecting the Proper Copy Modes
Example: There are two defined partitions in a 500GB device. The charts below
illustrate what portion would be duplicated.
l Copy and Compare Preparations
Please consider the following settings before proceeding with copy or compare:
- 6.1 Copy Area
- 6.2 Copy GPT Backup Area
- 6.3 Skip Errors
- 6.6.1 Unknown Format
100GB
250GB
500GB
60GB Data
150GB
Unallocated
Partition
30GB Data
System and files
100GB
250GB
500GB
60GB Data
150GB
Unallocated
Partition
All Partitions
70GB
190GB
30GB Data
100GB
250GB
500GB
60GB Data
150GB
Unallocated
Partition
Whole Device
70GB
190GB
30GB Data
This function will analyze
and copy only data and
skip empty spaces.
This function will copy
the entire device.
This function will copy all
data within the defined
partitions.

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Using appropriate copy modes can greatly reduce operation time and increase
efficiency. There are four copy modes with different copy methods.
6.1.1 System and Files
Copies data and skips empty space. Only supports standardized formats.
Scroll to select "System and Files”, then press "OK" to save the copy method.
Allows user to copy source device’s System and Files, instead of the entire
device. The system will analyze the source device and identify the data area to
copy. If the source device’s data is within the target device’s capacity, the copy
will be processed. FAT16/32/64, NTFS, EXT2/EXT3/EXT4, and HFS/HFS+/HFSX are
supported in this copy mode.
6.1.2 All Partitions
Copies all partitions and data, unallocated partitions not included.
Scroll to select "All Partitions”, then press "OK" to save the copy method.
The target device’s capacity must be equal to or larger than the source device’s
capacity.
6.1.3 Whole HDD
Copies all source data bit by bit.
Scroll to select "Whole Device”, then press "OK" to save the copy method.
Copies the whole source device, irrespective of content, format, partition or
empty space. This mode does not analyze the data.

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6.1.4 Percentage (%)
Select percentage of source capacity to copy.
Scroll to select "Percentage”, set the upper and lower %, then press "OK" to save
the copy method.
6.2 Copy GPT Backup Area
Enabling this function allows the duplicator to copy from big capacity device to
small capacity device(s).
Caution
The partition size of the source HDD must be smaller than target capacity.
Only copies the selected area.
Source
Duplication
Target
500GB
150GB
Unallocated
Partition
25%
35%
25%
35%
GPT Index
Partition
GPT Backup Area
Disabling function “6.2 Copy GPT Backup Area” will
force the duplicator to ignore this area.

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Caution
If function is disabled, the target HDD will reconstruct the GPT Backup Area by
Windows system. It may require the HDD to restart in order to work.
6.3 Skip Errors
Skips bad sectors during Copy/ Compare/ Erase.
Scroll to select "6.3 Skip Errors”, then press "OK" to scroll through the available
values for skipping bad sectors. If the device data is critical and needs to be a full
clone, it is recommended to set “Skip Error” at "0.” Bad sectors can be set as
unlimited or at a value from 0 to 65,535.
6.4 Language
Select English or Japanese.
Scroll to select "6.4 Language”, then press "OK.” Then scroll through to select the
desired language.
6.5 Delete Disk Signature After Copy
Set at “Yes” means do not copy the disk signature part.
This function is for Windows only. Windows will only recognize one device if you
connect two or more with the same disk signature.
6.6 Advanced Setup
6.6.1 Unknown Format
This function only works with “6.1 Copy Area >> System and Files.”
Scroll to select "6.6.1 Unknown Format”, then press "OK”.
Unknown format includes all forms of modified and proprietary data and
partitions.
❶ Copy Unknown
Copy unknown format(s).
Caution
The “Copy+Compare” function is advised for enhanced copy accuracy.
Caution
“Compare” function will always Fail if “5.8.8 Delete Disk Signature After Copy”
is set at “Yes.”

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Scroll to select "6.6.1 Unknown Format >> Copy Unknown”, then press "OK" to
save this setting.
❷ Skip Unknown
Skip unknown format(s).
Scroll to select "6.6.1 Unknown Format >> Skip Unknown”, then press "OK" to
save this setting.
6.6.2 Erase Master
This function allows user to enable or disable the source port for sanitization.
Scroll to select "6.6.2 Erase Master”, then press "OK.” Then scroll through to
select one of two settings.
❶ Disabled
Devices connected to source port cannot be erased.
Scroll to select "6.6.2 Erase Master >> Disabled”, then press "OK" to save this
setting.
❷ Enabled
Devices connected to source port can be erased.
Scroll to select "6.6.2 Erase Master >> Enabled”, then press "OK" to save this
setting.
6.6.3 Erase Pattern
Scroll to select "6.6.3 Erase Pattern”, then press "OK”. Then scroll through to
select one of two settings.
❶ One Byte
Random character written per byte.
Scroll to select "6.6.3 Erase Pattern >> One Byte”, then press "OK” to save this
setting.
❷ Big Random Data
Random character written in a set of area.
Scroll to select "6.6.3 Erase Pattern >> Big Random Data”, then press "OK" to
save this setting.

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6.6.4 Wait HDD Time
Sets device power up buffer time prior to copy, erase, etc...
Scroll to select "6.6.4 Wait HDD Time”, then press "OK" to set buffer time from 3
to 30 seconds. The default is 15 seconds.
6.6.5 Mark After Erase
Creates watermark on the device(s) after erase job is completed. This watermark
will show when executing “5.1 Show Disk Info.” and can be printed out when
connecting to a thermal printer.
6.6.6 Transfer Rate
Allows user to select the transfer rate.
Scroll to select "6.6.6 Transfer Rate”, then press "OK". Select the desired transfer
mode from UDMA2 to 7. The default is UDMA7.
6.6.7 Stop Motor Time
Sets device power down buffer time when tasks are completed.
Scroll to select "6.6.7 Stop Motor Time”, then press "OK" to set buffer time from
1 to 20 seconds. The default is 5 seconds.
6.7 Restore Default
Restores all settings back to manufacturer defaults.
Scroll to select "6.7 Restore Defaults”, then press "OK" to restore settings back to
manufacturer defaults.
*Specifications subject to change without notice.