VIPowER USBDock VP-8058 User manual

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MODEL VP-8058
MODEL VP-8058L
USB Docking Kit for use with Mobile Rack
Removable Docking Modules with 3.5"/2.5" HDD
or Optional zipTM/SuperDiskTM LS-120/MO/TR-4 Tape,
Digital Film Memory Reader or CD-ROM drives
Installation Manual

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1-1 Introduction .......................................................................... 1
1-1.1 USBdock Features .................................................... 2
1-1.2 ATA/ATAPI Device Compatibility............................... 2
1-1.3 Power Requirements................................................. 2
1-1.4 Unpacking Your USBdock......................................... 2
2-1 Installation............................................................................ 3
2-1.1 Install Driver Software (For Windows 98 Only).......... 3
2-1.2 Install Stand Set on Mobile Rack............................... 3
2-1.3 Setting Up the USBdock for Operation...................... 4
3-1 Disconnecting the USBdock ................................................ 6
4-1 Accessories ......................................................................... 6
Table of Contents

USBdock Installation Manual 1
1-1 Introduction
CongratulationsonyourpurchaseoftheUSBdockdockingkit.TheUSBdockisan
externalUSB interface adapter which isdesignedto enable hot-swap, plug-and-play
operationofEnhancedIDEorATA/ATAPIdevicesthroughtheUSBinterfaceonany
USB-equippedcomputer.TheUSBdock’s50-pinCentronicsconnectorisdesigned
forusewithexternaldevicesusingthesameconnectortype(suchasCD-ROM)and
theMobileRackdrivecase,whichprovidestheperfectsolutionfordatabackupand
transporting of data between computers using hard disk drives, zip drives,
LS-120 drives, MO drives, tape drives, digital film readers and more.
TheUSBdockconnectstoanynotebook,iMac,Net-PC,MicroATXPC,LCDpanel
PC,MacandPCdesktopcomputerequippedwithaUSBport.TheUSBdockallows
you to easily hot-swap various types of drives mounted in the Mobile Rack without
interrupting the computer’s current operation.
This manual will guide you through the hardware installation of the following
USBdockmodels:
Model VP-8058 USBdockDockingKit withMobileRack(VP-10LSF)
ModelVP-8058L USBdock Docking Kit (without Mobile Rack)
1-1.1 USBdock Features
• Enables hot-swap Plug-and-Play operation of ATA (IDE) and ATAPI
devices with computers using the USB interface
• Complies with USB specification V1.1 and USB Mass Storage Specification
V1.0 High Speed USB 12Mbits/sec Bulk mode transfer which yields
overall 1.1 MBytes/sec burst transfer rate
• High performance embedded processor to reduce firmware overhead dual
(ping-pong) buffer to minimize bus latency
• Intelligent interface uses no host CPU resources to control/monitor
time-consuming drive phases other than data transfer
• Embedded MacOS and Windows 2000 drivers support Plug-and-Play
without additional driver installation
• Proprietary Windows driver supports most devices
• Universal firmware supports all devices, automatic detection for ATA
or ATAPI protocol
• Available in various board form factors for specific applications
• Perfect for adding/sharing external storage devices between computers
using the USB interface
• Actual data rate may vary depending on bus utilization and device
response time

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1-1.2 ATA/ATAPI Device Compatibility
• ATAPI removable drives: Iomega Zip 100MB/250MB and Clik!,
LS-120 Super Floppy, Sony HiFD 200MB, MO drives, tape drives
• Enhanced IDE and ATA hard drives: both 2.5” and 3.5” form factors,
any capacity
• ATAPI CD-ROM drives: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD drives,
compatible with all major CD-RW software
• ATAremovablemediadrives:SyQuestSyFlyer,SparQandSyjet,Castlewood
ORG. Supports media change and disk ejection
1-1.3 Power Requirements
•+5V devices: +5V devices can draw power directly through the USB port
connection,the+5V/+12Vpoweradapter,oranoptional+5Vpoweradapter
•+5V/+12V devices: +5V/+12V devices require the use of a +5V +12V
AC/DC power adapter (included)
Typical power requirements for ATA/ATAPI device types:
Drive Type +5V +5V/+12V
Zip X
LS-120 SuperDisk X
MO X
Tape X
2.5” HD X
3.5” HD X
CD-ROM X
IMPORTANT
Itisrecommendedthatthe+5V/+12Vpoweradapterbeusedfor
all devices whenever possible to avoid any power problems.
1-1.4 Unpacking Your USBdock
Before installing the USBdock, verify that the following items are included in the
carton. If any parts are damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer or sales
representativeimmediately.
• One USBdock interface unit
• One +5V +12V AC/DC power adapter and power cord
• One USB cable
• One Mobile Rack Stand Set (4 pieces)
• One Windows 98 software driver diskette
• One Mobile Rack (VP-10LSF) (for Model VP-8058 only)

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2-1 Installation
ThefollowingsectionswillguideyouthroughthesetupoftheUSBdockforoperation.
•For Windows®98: Please refer to the software installation manual to install
the Windows®98 driver.
•For use with the Mobile Rack: please refer to the Mobile Rack Installation
manual for instructions for installing devices in the Mobile Rack drive case.
2-1.1 Install Driver Software (For Windows 98 only)
NodriverisneededifyouarerunningWindows2000orMacOS. However,before
connecting the USBdock to your system, Windows 98 users must install the driver
provided on the software driver diskette. Please refer to the Software
Installation Manual for instructions.
2-1.2 Install Stand Set on Mobile Rack
A4-piecestandsetisincludedtohelpheatdissipationandprovidesecureplacement
oftheMobileRack. AftermountingthedeviceintheMobileRack,slideastandpad
onto each corner .
USBdock Docking Kit Components
USB Cable
Power Adapter
Power Cord +5V/+12V
Power Adapter
USBdock
Mobile Rack
Stand Set
Mobile Rack Stand Set Installed
Stand Pad
(With Raised Nub
on Bottom)
(x4)
Mobile Rack
Docking Case
Mobile Rack
Drive Case

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LED Indicators
Power Drive Activity
2-1.3 Setting Up the USBdock for Operation
Perform the following steps (in the order given) to set up the USBdock with your
peripheral device for operation:
1. For Windows 98 users: verify that the Windows 98 driver is installed.
2. Plug the USBdock’s 50-pin Centronics connector into the connector on the
device you plan to connect to your computer.
a. External devices that provide a 50-pin Centronics interface connector
support direct connection with the USBdock.
b. Internal devices such as EIDE hard drives or ATA/ATAPI devices can be
mountedintheMobileRackdrivecase.(RefertotheMobileRackmanualfor
instructions on mounting these devices in a Mobile Rack.)
IMPORTANT
MakesurethePowerSelectswitchontheUSBdockisset
totheMIDDLEpowerOFFpositionbeforeproceeding.
USB
Connector
Power Select
Switch
+5V
External
Power
Connector
USBdock Power Select Switch & Connector Locations
+5V +12V
External
Power Connector
50-Pin Centronics
Device Connector
+5V USB
Interface
Power OFF
External
Power Adapter
USBdock Power Select Switch Settings

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3. Using the +5V/+12V AC/DC Power Adapter:
a. With the Power Select switch in the OFF (MIDDLE) position, plug in the
6-pin connector-end of the power adapter into its corresponding +5V/+12V
power-in connector on the USBdock.
b. Plugoneendofthepowercordintothepoweradapterandtheotherendinto
an AC power source outlet.
4. Set the Power Select Switch to an ON position:
a. When using the external power adapter, set the switch to the LEFT position.
(Note that the green LED on the USBdock should be lit, indicating power
ON.) This allows the device to warm up before connecting to the USB port.
IMPORTANT
Alldrive devices mustbepowered up andready to use
before plugging into the computer’s USB port.
b. When using theUSBinterfacefor power, set switch to theRIGHTposition.
Note: it is recommended to use the +5V/+12V power adapter whenever possible.
5. Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer; plug the
other end into the USB port on the USBdock.
6. Viewing the screen, note that the plug-and-play feature will recognize the new
device and assign it as a new drive. Hard disk drive partitions will also be
auto-detected and assigned drive letters.
The device is now ready to use.
USB Cable
USBdock
USBdock Connections for Operation
+5V +12V
External
Power Adapter
Mobile Rack with
Drive Installed
(or direct connect
to external drive)
Power Cord

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3-1 Disconnecting the USBdock
Perform the following steps to disconnect the USBdock from your computer.
1. Turn off the power by sliding the Power Select Switch to the MIDDLE
OFFposition.(Notethatthedriveiconwilldisappearfromthecomputerscreen.)
2. Unplug the USB port connector from the USBdock.
3. Youcannowswitchtoanotherdevice.Whenconnectinganewdevice,besureto
follow the same sequence for setup as previously outlined in section 2-1.3.
4-1 Accessories
Model VP-6020
CD-ROM Box Enclosure