Vantec NEXSTAR SX User manual

Owner’s Manual
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Package Contents:
Nexstar SX External 2.5” HDD Enclosure:
• 2.5" HDD Enclosure
• User Manual
• Carrying Case
• Screwdriver
• Driver Disc
• USB Cable
• Installation Screws
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents:
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... pg. 2
2. Specifications/Features ............................................................................................................. pg. 3
3. System Requirements .................................................................................................................... pg. 4
4. Installation .......................................................................................................................................... pg. 5
5.Driver Installation .......................................................................................................................... pg.10
6. Disconnecting the Nexstar SX .................................................................................................... pg. 12
7. Creating A New Partition .............................................................................................................. pg. 14
8. Troubleshooting/FAQ .................................................................................................................... pg. 18
9. Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. pg. 21
10. Contact ............................................................................................................................................. pg. 21

Introduction
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1. Introduction:
Form and functionality collide with style in the NexStar-SX 2.5” External Hard Drive
Enclosure from Vantec. With its mirror finish in two classic colors--- Onyx Black and
Metallic Silver, the Vantec NexStar-SX stands out from the crowd. The sturdy drive cage
protects your hard drive while the aluminum case effectively draws away the heat,
protecting your drive from overheating. The NexStar-SX also utilizes USB 2.0, offering
speeds up to 480Mbps, 40 times the speed of USB 1.1! But if you are using USB 1.1, the
NexStar-SX is still an ideal way to store and transfer large amounts of data. The Vantec
NexStar-SX is a high performance, lightweight, and durable portable storage solution
and lets you store your personal data in an enclosure with style!

Specifications/Features
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2. Specifications/Features:
Nexstar SX External 2.5” HDD Enclosure:
Specifications:
Features:
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Hot-Swappable & Plug-n-Play
Supports High Speed USB 2.0 & 1.1
Easy Installation
Powered by USB
Compatible With 2.5" IDE Hard Drives (NST-285U2)
Compatible With 2.5” SATA Hard Drives (NST-285S2)
Aluminum Casing Cools Down Your Hard Drive
Interface: IDE to USB 2.0 (NST-285U2)
SATA to USB 2.0 (NST-285S2)
Dimension: 130mm x 75mm x 15mm
Material: Aluminum Alloy
Supports: Window 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista
Mac OS 8.6 & Above
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System Requirements
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Intel Pentium II 350MHz-compatible or Apple G3 processor and greater
Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/NT/XP/Vista or Mac OS 8.6 and greater
USB-equipped system
For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.0 specifications
CD Rom drive (if drivers are needed)

Installation
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4. Installation:
1) Press the buttons on both side of enclosure and remove the top cover.

Installation
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4. Installation:
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3) Press the buttons on both side of the enclosure and remove the bottom cover.
2) Connect the 2.5” hard drive to the Connector.

Installation
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4. Installation:
4) Secure the hard drive to the hard drive caddy by screwing it in place through
the back of the caddy.

Installation
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4. Installation:
5) Slide both the top & bottom cover back in place.