U-Reach NV-BM Series User manual

NV-BM Series
PCIE Duplicator and Sanitizer
User Manual
v A.04

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Index Table
Product Disclaimer.............................................................................................................................................3
Warranty............................................................................................................................................................3
Piracy Statement................................................................................................................................................3
Before You Start.................................................................................................................................................4
Notice Symbols ..................................................................................................................................................4
Functions Table..................................................................................................................................................5
Product Overview ............................................................................................................................................10
Functions..........................................................................................................................................................12
1.Copy ......................................................................................................................................................12
2. Compare...............................................................................................................................................13
3. Copy+Compare.....................................................................................................................................13
4. Erase.....................................................................................................................................................14
5. Utility....................................................................................................................................................15
6. Setup ....................................................................................................................................................17
7. Log Manager ........................................................................................................................................25
8. Image Manager ....................................................................................................................................27
Image Management.................................................................................................................................28
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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 HDDs.
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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Functions Table
Functions
Descriptions
1. Copy
1.1 Source Port
Copies data from the device connected to the Source Port (Port #1).
1.2 Internal Storage (Available when internal SSD is installed)
Copies saved data images from the duplicator’s internal storage device.
2. Compare
2.1 Source Port
Verifies data, bit-by-bit, from the device connected to the Source Port (Port
#1).
2.2 Internal Storage (Available when internal SSD is installed)
Verifies saved data images, bit-by-bit, from the duplicator’s internal storage
device.
3. Copy +
Compare
3.1 Source Port
Copies and verifies data, bit-by-bit, from the device connected to the
Source Port or Port #1.
3.2 Internal Storage (Available when internal SSD is installed)
Copies and verifies saved data images, bit-by-bit, from the duplicator’s
internal storage device.
4. Erase
4.1 Quick Erase
Erases device(s)’ index table.
4.2 Full Erase
Erases entire device(s) complying with NIST 800-88 Standards.
4.3 DoD Erase
Erases device(s) complying with DoD 5220.22-M Standards.
4.4 DoD EraseComp
Erase device(s) complying with DoD 5220.22-M Standards and verifies
complete erasure.
4.5 Secure Erase
Erases the non-loadable areas complying with NIST 800-88 Standards.
5. Utility
5.1 Show Device Info
Displays basic information such as device model, name, capacity, etc.
5.2 Update System
Updates system firmware through the USB port.

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5.3 System Info.
Displays system information such as controller, model number, software
version, etc.
5.4 Burn SSD Firmware
Begins firmware update for
compatible SSDs.
5.4.1 Load New Firmware
5.4.2 Burn FW→SSD Slot1
5.4.3 Burn FW→SSD Slot2
5.4.4 Burn FW→SSD Slot3
5.4.5 Burn FW→All Slot
5.4.6 Show SSD Version
5.4.7 Power Off Time
5.5 Calc. CRC64
Calculates the CRC64 value of the source device.
6. Setup
6.1 Start-up Menu
Sets default function to display after equipment initialization.
6.2 Copy
Area
System and Files
Copies data and skips empty space. Only supports standard
formats.
ALL Partitions
Copies all partitions and data, unallocated partitions not
included.
Whole HDD
Copies all source data, bit by bit.
Percentage (%)
Sets percentage of source capacity to copy.
Deep Analysis
Analyze the data location and then copy. It doesn’t have
format limitation.
6.3 Copy GPT Backup Area
Enable this function to copy the GPT backup area.
6.4 Skip Bad Sectors
Skips bad sectors during Copy/Compare.
6.5 Language
Sets preferred language: English or Japanese.

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6.6 Advanced
Setup
6.6.1
Unknown
Format
Copy Unknown
Copies unknown format(s).
Skip Unknown
Skips unknown format(s).
6.6.2
Erase Master
Disabled
Source port will be unable to erase.
Enabled
Source port will be able to erase.
6.6.3
Erase Pattern
One Byte
Random character written per byte.
Big Random Data
Random character written in a set of area.
6.6.4 Skip Erase
Errors
Skips bad sectors during Erase.
6.6.5 HPA Copy
Mode
No, Keep HPA
No, Clear HPA
No, Setting HPA
Copy and Setting
6.6.6 Clear HPA
at ERASE
Clear HPA Setting
Clears HPA setting during erase.
Keep HPA Setting
Keeps original HPA setting during erase.
6.6.7 Wait Device Time
Sets device power up buffer time prior to copy, erase, etc.
6.6.8
Lock Key
Disabled
Enabled
Only down/up buttons are disabled.
Reboot system for setting to be in effect.
6.6.9 Stop Motor Time
Sets device power down buffer time prior to device
disconnection.
6.6.10 Boot Password
Sets up the login password.

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6.6.11 Delete
Device Signature
After Copy
No
Yes
Do not copy the disk signature onto target
devices.
6.6.12 PCIe Speed
Sets data transmission speed.
6.6.13 Target Tolerance
Sets the capacity tolerance range between the source and
target. The default setting is “No limit”.
6.6.14
SSD/Clean SSD
Before Copy
No
The default setting is “No”.
Yes
6.7 Restore Defaults
Reinstates manufacturer settings.
7. Log Manager
7.1 Out Today Report
Outputs today’s log data.
7.2 Out Recent Report
Outputs recent log data.
7.3 Out Period Date
Outputs a set period of log data.
7.4 Advanced
Function
Default password:
123456
7.4.1 Clear All Logs
Clear all log records.
7.4.2 Password Setup
Allows password change.
7.4.3 Adjust Time/Date
Change time and date.
7.4.4 Add Watermark at text File
Creates watermark on the log report.
8. Image
Manager
8.1 Copy SSD to Image
Uploads the source data onto internal SSD.
8.2 Compare SSD with Image
Compares the source data with an image file stored in the internal SSD.
8.3 Show Image Tank
Displays the disk information of the internal SSD.

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8.4 Show One Image
Display image information.
8.5 Rename One Image
Rename an image file.
8.6 Delete One Image
Delete an image file of the internal SSD.
8.7 Format Image Tank
Formats the internal SSD for duplicator.

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Product Overview
Front View
Back View
USB port for Log
Report Outputs
and Firmware
Updates.
Control Buttons
OK Button
LCD Display
USB Port
for PC-LINK
Power Switch
Power Input
SSD slot for saving
Master Image.
Grounding Port

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LED Status
LCD Configuration
Yellow: Powered
Green: Pass
Red: Fail
Number of
Target Device
Function
Total Size
Forward
Confirm/OK
The slowest
Device
Time elapsed and
copy progress
Copied processed size
Backward
Cancel/Back

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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 select which source to copy from. Scroll to
select “1.1 Source Port” or select “1.2 Internal Storage”, then press “OK” to start the
duplication process.
The following information below states what is displayed on the LCD during duplication.
Step 4: Copy Completed!
The quantity of passed or failed target device(s) and the copied duration will be displayed
on the LCD after duplication completes.
1.1 Source Port
Scroll to select “1. 1 Source Port”, then press “OK” to copy to targets from the source port.
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
Press ▲▼ together for 5 seconds to stop operation on the slowest device.
Copy 40.0G
3ready
Copy x3 40G
1:38 25% (4) 10.3G
Function
Total Data
Copied
Time & %
Slowest
Port
Copied
Data

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1.2 Internal Storage (Available when internal SSD is installed)
Scroll to select “1. 2 Internal Storage”, then press “OK” to select which GOB Image to copy
from the duplicator’s built-in storage device. The GOB Image is created through U-Reach’s
proprietary software that is included with the duplicator.
2. Compare
Scroll to select “2. Compare”, then press “OK” to select which source to verify from. Scroll to
select “2.1 Source Port” or select “2.2 Internal Storage “, then press “OK” to start the
verification process.
2.1 Source Port
Scroll to select “2. 1 Source Port “, then press “OK” to verify targets from the source port.
2.2 Internal Storage (Available when internal SSD is installed)
Scroll to select “2. 2 Internal Storage “ , then press “OK” to select which GOB Image to verify
from the duplicator’s built-in storage device. The GOB Image is created through U-Reach’s
proprietary software that is included with the duplicator.
3. Copy+Compare
Sequentially automates from Function 1, Copy to Function 2, then Compare.
Scroll to select “3. Copy+Compare”, then press “OK” to select which source to copy and
verify from. Scroll to select “3.1 Source Port” or select “3.2 Internal Storage “, then press
“OK” to start the automated duplication and verification process.
Caution
1. When “1.2 Internal Storage” is selected, the 1st port becomes a target port
automatically (e.g. NV-BM60 will become 1-6 duplicator). Please use the
duplicator carefully as the manufacturer will not held responsible for any data
loss.
2. The GOB Image (internal storage) will not copy to smaller target capacities.
Note
The number of working/connected targets will be displayed on the LCD. Press
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3.1 Source Port
Scroll to select “3. 1 Source Port”, then press “OK” to copy to and verify targets from the
source port.
3.2 Internal Storage (Available when internal SSD is installed)
Scroll to select “3. 2 Internal Storage” , then press “OK” to select which GOB Image to copy
and verify from the duplicator’s built-in storage device. The GOB Image is created through
U-Reach’s proprietary software that is included with the duplicator.
4. Erase
There are 4 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 6 submenus.
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 to the connected device(s).
Scroll to select “4.2 Full Erase”, then press “OK” to start the erasing process.
Caution
1. When “1.2 Internal Storage” is selected, the 1st port becomes a target port
automatically (e.g. NV-BM60 will become 1-6 duplicator). Please use the
duplicator carefully as the manufacturer will not held responsible for any data
loss.
2. The GOB Image (internal storage) will not copy to smaller target capacities.
Caution
Please backup all important data before using this function.
Note
Source Port is disabled for erasing. Go to 6.6 Advanced Setup, scroll to select
Erase Master function to enable source port erasing.

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4.3 DoD Erase
This function will erase all data per DoD 5220.22-M Standards of the connected device(s).
Scroll to select “4.3 DoD Erase”, then press “OK” to start the erasing process.
4.4 DoD EraseComp
This function will erase all data per DoD 5220.22-M Standards, then verifies the erasure of
the connected device(s).
Scroll to select “4.4 DoD EraseComp”, then press “OK” to start the erasing and verification
process.
4.5 Secure Erase
This function erases the non-loadable areas complying with NIST 800-88 Standards.
Scroll to select “4.5 Secure Erase “, then press “OK” to start the erasing process.
5. Utility
This menu will reveal submenus related to device information, system information and
updates.
Scroll to select “5. Utility”, then press “OK” to view the submenus.
5.1 Show Device Info
This function will display basic information such as device model, name, capacity, etc…
Scroll to select “5.1 Show Device Info”, then press “OK” to view the connected device(s).
Then through to view connected device(s) by port number order.
5.2 Update System
Step 1: Prepare a USB drive for update.
Connect a USB drive to PC. Download the latest firmware provided from U-Reach technical
support, unzip the BIOS firmware, and save it to the root directory in the USB drive.
Step 2: Proceed to update firmware
Connect USB drive to the USB port in front of the duplicator. Scroll to select “5.2.1 Update
BIOS”, then press “OK” to start the firmware update process.
Note
The USB’s format must be: FAT16 or FAT32.

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5.3 System Info
This function will display basic information such as device model, name, capacity, etc…
Scroll to select “5.3 System Info”, then press “OK” to view the connected device(s). Then
scroll through to view all information.
5.4 Burn SSD Firmware
Allows user to do firmware updates for compatible SSDs.
Step 1: Prepare a USB drive for update.
Connect a USB drive to PC. Locate the desired BIOS file and save it to the root directory of
the USB drive.
Step 2: Proceed to update firmware
Connect USB drive to the USB port on the front side of the duplicator. Scroll to select “5.4.2
Burn FW -> SSD Slot1” or “5.4.3 Burn FW -> ALL Slot”, then press “OK” to start the firmware
update process.
5.5 Calc. CRC64
This function will count the CRC64 value for the source port. The CRC64 value is an easy way
to double check the source data is correct.
Caution
The firmware update process may take longer than 5 minutes. Please do not
disrupt power or process during BIOS update. If interrupted, the system will
become useless. U-Reach will not be held responsible for any damages.
Note
Contact a U-Reach technical team for details.
Note
The USB’s format must be: FAT16 or FAT32.
Caution
The firmware update process may take longer than 5 minutes. Please do not
disrupt power or process during BIOS update. If interrupted, the device will
become useless. U-Reach will not be held responsible for any damages.
Caution
User is responsible for verification of targets’ quality. Testing a few completed
targets in a mass production environment for quality control is recommended.

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6. Setup
This menu will reveal submenus related to device information, system information and
updates.
Scroll to select “6. Utility”, then press “OK” to view the submenus.
6.1 Start-up Menu
This function allows user to select the default function to display after equipment
initialization.
Scroll to select "6.1 Start-up Menu”, then press "OK.” Next, scroll through the available
menus for startup.
6.2 Copy Area
There are 5 submenu modes.
Scroll to select “6.2 Copy Area”, then press “OK.” Then scroll through to select one of the
five copy methods.
Copy and Compare Preparations
Please consider the following settings before proceeding with copy:
- 6.2 Copy Area
- 6.4 Skip Bad Sectors
Using appropriate copy modes can greatly reduce operation time and increase efficiency.
There are four copy area with different copy methods.
System and Files
Copies data and skips empty space. Only supports standard formats.
Scroll to select “6.2 Copy Area > 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/lvm, and HFS/HFS+/HFSX are supported in this copy mode.

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All Partitions
Copy or skip HPA, DCO, unknown partitions, modified formats, etc. defined by settings.
Scroll to select “6.2 Copy Area > 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.
Whole HDD
Copies all source data, bit-by-bit.
Scroll to select “6.2 Copy Area > Whole HDD”, 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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Percentage (%)
Select percentage of source capacity to copy.
Scroll to select “6.2 Copy Area > Percentage”, then press “OK” to save the copy method.
Deep Analysis
This copy area is designed to handle special format devices. It analyzes the whole device
and then copies the data area. The target device is required to be wholly cleaned prior to
copy.
Scroll to select “6.2 Copy Area > Deep Analysis”, then press “OK” to save the copy method.
Note
1. “Deep Analysis” copy mode needs to take time to analyze the whole device
capacity prior to copying.
2. “Deep Analysis” is recommended for use with “8.1 Copy SSD to Image.”

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Caution
1. Use a clean source device to make the analyzed data capacity shorter.
(Clean Source Device means no garbage data in the source device.)
2. The target device must be new or wholly cleaned prior to copy. Otherwise,
there is risk for data combination.
6.3 Copy GPT Backup Area
Disabling this function makes the duplicator ignore the GPT backup area, and thus allows
the duplicator to copy from a big capacity device to a small capacity device(s).
Note
The partition size of the source HDD should be smaller than target capacity.
Otherwise, it is recommended to leave the GPT backup area intact.
Caution
GPT backup areas will be rebuilt automatically the next time Windows
reboots. For Linux, tools such as gdisk can rebuild these backups.
6.4 Skip Bad Sectors
Skip source bad sectors during Copy/Compare.
Scroll to select “6.4 Skip Bad Sectors”, 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 Bad Sectors” at “0.” Bad sectors can be set as unlimited or at a
value from 0 to 65,535.
Caution
The “Copy+Compare” function is advised for enhanced copy accuracy.
GPT Index
Partition
GPT Backup Area
Disabling function “6.3 Copy GPT Backup Area” will
force the duplicator to ignore this area.