WiebeTech ToughTech mini User manual

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ToughTech™ mini
USER’S MANUAL
(Revised January 17, 2008)
Features
Fast speed – ToughTech mini uses fast SATA drives and
the new Oxford 924 chipset to maximize data speeds.
Data transfers up to 800 Mbps through FireWire (1394b).
Widely Compatible – The ToughTech mini works right out
of the box with no new drivers needed. It works with any
modern operating system including Mac OS X, Windows
XP, Windows Vista and most Linux distributions.
Easy to connect – ToughTech mini offers three different
connection types (FireWire 400, FireWire 800, and USB
2.0). Cables for each type are included.
Easy to Use – ToughTech is used by anyone who needs more storage space for backups, music,
games, Internet downloads, photography, audio/video editing or server storage; and they use it
everywhere from homes to government labs.
Shock absorbers for your hard drive – Your car has shock absorbers, so why not your hard drive?
ToughTech mini introduces ToughMount™ Anti-Shock Protection. ToughMount strips are mounted
between the drive and the enclosure protecting your data against shock and reducing enclosure noise.
Cool and quiet – ToughTech has an all aluminum design meant to draw heat away from the hard drive.
The entire product acts like a heat dissipater, helping to keep your drive cool. And because it doesn't
need a fan, ToughTech is quiet.
More portable than ever – Not much bigger than a pack of playing cards, ToughTech mini will easily
travel with you. It fits easily in a shirt pocket or briefcase. You don’t even need to use an AC adapter
when connecting to a powered FireWire host (although a world-compatible AC adapter is included).
Table of Contents
Before Installation 2
Box contents 2
Identifying parts of the unit 2
Warning notices 2
Drive Installation Instructions 3
Connecting to a computer 6
Usage with Macs 7
Usage with Windows Computers 7
Technical Specifications 8

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Before Installation
1. Check the accessories with your ToughTech mini. Please contact WiebeTech if any items are
missing or damaged. The box should contain:
2. Identify the parts of your ToughTech mini.
3. Please read the following warnings to before beginning installation.
•The main circuit board of the HDD enclosure is susceptible to static electricity. Proper grounding is
required to prevent electrical damage to the enclosure or other connected devices, including the
computer host. Always place the HDD enclosure on a smooth, flat surface and avoid all dramatic
movement, vibration and percussion.
•Do NOT allow water to enter the HDD enclosure.
•Avoid placing the HDD enclosure close to magnetic devices (such as a mobile phone), high-
voltage devices (such as a hair dryer), or near a heat source (such as on the dashboard of a car
or any place where the enclosure will be subject to direct sunlight).
•The operating system may NOT detect the HDD enclosure if it does not support the interface of
your HDD enclosure. If so, installation of an appropriate driver on the host computer is required.
•Ensure that only a 9.5mm high 2.5” SATA hard drive is used in the enclosure. The ToughTech
mini will not function if an older model drive with a different thickness is used. Additionally the
enclosure and other equipment may be damaged.
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ToughTech mini enclosure 1
FireWire 400 cable 1
FireWire 800 cable 1
USB cable 1
Packet of screws for hard drive 1
AC adapter 1
Manual and Warranty information (on CD)
A
= Power/Access Indicator LED
B= FireWire 400 (1394a) port
C= USB2 mini port
D= FireWire 800 (1394b) ports
E= Power input (from AC adapter)
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Hard Drive Installation
These instructions are only necessary if you’re installing your own hard drive inside the ToughTech mini.
If you purchased the product with a hard drive pre-installed, you may skip to the next section (Connecting
the ToughTech to a Computer).
1. Remove one screw from each side of the rear panel with a small Phillips screwdriver.
2. Carefully slide the drive tray out from the enclosure.
3. One drive screw is already inserted into the circuit board to prevent movement during shipment.
You’ll need to remove this screw before you can install the hard drive. The screw is held in place by a
plastic nut.
2
1
WARNING: The circuit board is susceptible to
static electricity. Proper grounding is required
to prevent electrical damage. Keep the circuit
board away from water.

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4. You are now ready to install your 2.5” SATA drive. Line up the drive’s interface with the SATA
interface on the circuit board.
5. You may need to angle the drive as you push it into place. After connecting the drive to the SATA
interface on the circuit board, the drive should lay flat on the board.
6. Secure the drive in place using the included screws. Drive the screws through the bottom of the
circuit board and into the hard drive.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
THE SCREWS. This could cause the
circuit board to bend slightly, which
could create a short circuit with the
metal case.

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7. Slide the drive tray back into the enclosure.
8. Make sure the LED indicator is properly aligned with opening on the front of the enclosure.
9. Reassemble the enclosure by replacing the screws removed in step 1. The ToughTech mini is now
assembled and ready for connection to a computer.

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Connecting the ToughTech to a Computer
Connect the AC/DC power adapter. This step is
only needed when connecting via USB or to an
unpowered FireWire host.
Connect the USB or FireWire cable to the
corresponding port on the ToughTech mini.
Plug the other end of the USB or FireWire cable to an available
port on the computer. Turn on the power switch; ensure that the
green LED indicator is active. When connected via FireWire or
USB, the LED indicator will blink orange when the drive is
accessed.
Your ToughTech is now ready to use!
If your hard drive is already formatted, you can begin using it
right away. New hard drives will need to be formatted before
they can be used.

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(Windows XP)
Usage with Macintosh Computers
Compatibility
The ToughTech is fully plug-and-play under Mac OS X. No drivers are needed. The USB2 port is USB 1.1
compatible. ToughTech mini uses SATA (Serial ATA) hard drives only.
Mounting and Unmounting Volumes
If the hard drive installed in the ToughTech is already formatted, an icon representing the drive’s
volume will appear (mount) on the desktop. You can begin using the volume right away. If the
drive is unformatted, a message will appear on the desktop saying that the disk is unreadable.
You can use OS X’s Disk Utility to easily format the drive.
Unmount the volume before powering down the unit by dragging the volume’s icon to the trash
bin, or by selecting the volume then pressing Command-E. Disconnecting the unit without first
unmounting the volume can result in data loss.
Booting from your ToughTech
Some Macs support booting from a FireWire device. To activate this feature, you must first install OS X on the
external volume. The easiest way to do this is to clone an existing system drive using a utility such as Carbon Copy
Cloner or Super Duper. Next, go to System Preferences Startup Disk. A window will list the available bootable
volumes. Select the volume from which you wish to boot. Another method is to hold down the Option key during
boot up. A screen should appear that allows you to select the volume you wish to use. This is useful if you wish to
boot from your ToughTech only some of the time.
Usage with Windows Operating System
Compatibility
The ToughTech is fully plug-and-play with Windows XP or Vista. No drivers are needed on these operating systems.
The USB2 port is USB 1.1 compatible. ToughTech mini uses SATA (Serial ATA) hard drives only.
Mounting and Ejecting Volumes
If the hard drive attached to the ToughTech is already formatted, you can begin using the volume right away. When
the ToughTech is properly connected and turned on, a window may open to allow you access to the volume. If no
window appears, you can find the volume by double-clicking the “My Computer” icon.
Eject the ToughTech before powering it down by single-clicking the green arrow icon on the
task bar, then selecting “Safely remove….” Windows will indicate when it is safe to
disconnect the ToughTech. Disconnecting the unit without first ejecting it can result in
data loss.
Booting from your ToughTech
Some PC motherboards support booting from an external device. To activate this feature, you will need to adjust the
motherboard’s BIOS settings. Check with your motherboard’s manufacturer or owner’s manual for details.

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Technical Specifications
Product Name (& Code) ToughTech mini (TTM)
Interface Types & Speeds
•
FireWire 800: up to 800 Mbps
•FireWire 400: up to 400 Mbps
•USB 2.0: up to 480 Mbps
Chipset Oxford 924
Drive Compatibility 2.5” SATA (Serial ATA) hard drives
Ports / Connection Types TTM: One USB mini-B port, two 9-pin 1394b (FireWire 800) ports, one 6-pin 1394a
(FireWire 400) port
Operating System
Requirements
•Windows XP
•Mac OS X
•
Linux distributions that support the connection type used
External Power Supply 100-240VAC, 5V / 1A (included)
Certification FCC, CE, RoHS
Shipping Weight 2 pounds
Dimensions 5.12 x 3.15 x .79 inches (13 x 8 x 2 cm)
Warranty
1-year limited warranty. See warranty statement for details and limitations.
We don’t want anything to go wrong with your WiebeTech product. But if it does, Tech
Support is standing by and ready to help. We offer 90 days of free phone support at 1-
866-744-8722. After 90 days, email support is available at [email protected].
ToughTech and ToughMount Anti-Shock Protection are trademarks of WiebeTech LLC. Other marks are the property of their
respective owners.
© 2007 WiebeTech LLC. All rights reserved.
FCC Compliance Statement: “This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.”
In the event that you experience Radio Frequency Interference, you should take the following steps to resolve the problem:
1) Ensure that the case of your attached drive is grounded, either to the ToughTech case or to an Earth ground.
2) Use a data cable with RFI reducing ferrites on each end.
3) Use a power supply with an RFI reducing ferrite approximately 5 inches from the DC plug.
If you have any questions or problems, please contact [e-mail] for technical support. If you are
interested in purchasing more WiebeTech products, check our website or contact [e-mail]. We
appreciate being able to serve you!
Tested to comply
with FCC standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE