Vantec NextStar NST-D100S2 User manual

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Model : NST-D100S2
User Manual
SATA to USB 2.0

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Content
Content
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1.Introduction
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2.System Requirements
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3.Specifications/Features............................................................................. .3
4.Installation
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5.Removal
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6.Driver Installation
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Windows ME/2000/XP/VISTA
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Mac OS 9.0 or later .................................................................................................9
Mac OS 8.6
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7. Warranty
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1.Introduct
2.System Requirements
■ Intel Pentium II 350 MHz-compatible or Mac G3 processor & greater.
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Microsoft Windows ME/2000/XP/VISTA or MAC
OS 8.6 & greater or Linux Kernel 2.4.18 above.
■ For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.0 specifications.
1.Introduction
The Vantec NexStar Hard Drive Dock is a complete and easy way to add or swap hard drives to your
computer. It gives you the flexibility of connecting any SATA I/II hard drive to your computer via USB
2.0 connection without opening up your computer case or installing into an enclosure. Simply just
insert any 2.5” or 3.5” SATA I/II hard drive into the NexStar Hard Drive Dock and you are ready to
transfer, copy, or backup files. Quick and easy, the Vantec NexStar Hard Drive Dock is the perfect
solution to access your hard drivein seconds.

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3.Specifications/Features
Package Includes ：
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NexStar Hard Drive Dock
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USB Cable
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Power Adapter
Power Cable
User Manual
Specifications
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■ Device Support
：
SATA I/II Hard Drive
■ Device Size
：
2.5 ” or 3.5
”
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Internal Interface ： SATA
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External Interface
：
USB 2.0
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Material ： Plastic
■ Dimension
： 136 x 83 x 87mm
■ HDD Capacity ：
Up to 1.5TB
■ Power Supply ： Dual 5V/12V 2A
Features ：
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Install And Access Hard Drive in Seconds.
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Simple to Use Design; No Need to Add Enclosure or
Open Case.
■ Eject Button for Easy Removal of Hard Drive.
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Supports 2.5"/3.5" SATA I/II Hard Drive Up to 1.5 TB.
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Add Storage to Any System with USB.
■ Plug & Play.
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Attractive Blue LED Power & HDD Activity Light.
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Transfer Rates Up to 480Mbps w/USB 2.0.

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4.Installation
1. Connect the power adapter to the NexStar Hard Drive Dock.
2. Connect the USB Cable to the NexStar Hard Drive Dock
and attach the other end to your computer.
Power
Cable
USB 2.0
Cable

3. Insert 2.5” or 3.5” SATA hard drive (HDD) into the slot.
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3-1. When the eject button is upright, the NexStar Hard Drive Dock is ready for use.

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5.Removal
1. Remove the HDD safely from your computer system.
2. Push down the button to eject the HDD.
(Stablize the HDD with your hand).
Warning, please push power button & turn off unit before removing the hard drive!

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3. Remove the HDD from the Hard Drive Dock.

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6.Driver Installation
Windows ME/2000/XP/VISTA
No drivers are necessary when using Windows ME/2000/XP/VISTA. If the hard drive does
not appear under My Computer, be sure to partition your hard drive.
Mac OS 9.0 or later
No drivers are necessary when using Mac OS 9.0 above. If the hard drive does not
appear on the desktop, be sure to partition your hard drive.
Mac OS 8.6
1.Unplug the NexStar Hard Drive Dock if you currently have it connected.
2.USB Mass Storage Support 1.3.5 must be installed on your system. If it is not, you can
download the USB Mass Storage Support 1.3.5 from the Apple Software Updates
website: http://www.apple.com/support.
3.Follow the direction associated with the USB Mass Storage Support driver to install.
4.Repeat the steps listed under “Connecting the NexStar Hard Drive Dock to your
computer”.

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7. Warranty
The NexStar Hard Drive Dock comes with a 1 year limited warranty (90 day parts). If your unit become
defective within that time frame, please go to
http://www.vantecusa.com
for information on how to
receive warranty exchange or repair. Cosmetic defects and missing parts are not covered under this
warranty. Please check the contents of the unit to make sure you received all parts. Also, check for any
cosmetic flaws. If any parts are missing or if there are cosmetic defects, please contact the retailer
from which you purchased the unit immediately and ask for a replacement.
V an t ec T hermal
T echnologies
43951 Boscell Rd . Fremont ,
C
A
94538
tel:
510-668-0368 fax:
510-668-0367
w ebsite: www .vantecusa.com