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3.5" Form Factor
Mirror Drive
Serial ATA MODEL
AXRE-U Series
User's Manual
P/N A203649
Revision 1.4e

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  • Page 1 3.5” Form Factor Mirror Drive Serial ATA MODEL AXRE-U Series User's Manual P/N A203649 Revision 1.4e...
  • Page 2 3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual This page is intentionally left blank.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    THIS DOCUMENT. IF YOU FIND INACCURACIES OR OMISSIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR. Copyright© Storage Vision Co., Ltd. 2007 All rights reserved. ( To get the latest copy of this specification and to know more information about STR-V and its products, ) please visit http://www.str-v.com/index_e.html...
  • Page 4: To Ensure The Safe Use Of This Product

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual To ensure the safe use of this product: This user's manual uses the following symbols to highlight the important points related to the safe use of this product. Please observe all safety information as indicated. SAFETY SYMBOLS To protect against personal injury and product damage, the following symbols are used throughout this manual to highlight safety information.
  • Page 5 Do not disassemble or modify this product. STR-V cannot guarantee the performance or safety of any product that has been repaired by the customer or by an unauthorized third party. Repairing by your self may result in fire, electrical shock, or damage of the product.
  • Page 6 3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Caution Do not use the SATA Mirror Drive in locations subject to vibration or shock exceeding the specified values. Usage in such locations may result in malfunctions or disk failure. Do not use the SATA Mirror Drive in locations or conditions susceptible to condensation. Rapid temperature change may cause condensation to form in the SATA Mirror Drive.
  • Page 7 3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Important Back up all important data stored in the SATA Mirror Drive to a suitable storage medium, such as tape drive or MO drive. This product's mirroring technology prevents data loss even if one drive unit fails.
  • Page 8: Handling Static-Sensitive Device

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Handling Static-Sensitive Device To prevent damage to components due to static electricity, observe the following precautions when handling this product. Before handling the SATA Mirror Drive or other static-sensitive devices, touch a metal object, such as the metal enclosure of the host computer, to discharge any static electricity from your body.
  • Page 9: Sata Mirror Drive Installation Important Points

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual SATA Mirror Drive Installation Important Points When installing the SATA Mirror Drive in the host computer, ensure that the drive unit is installed horizontally, as in <A> below. Do not install the unit vertically, i.e. with the connector facing either up or down, as in <B>. Furthermore, when installing the unit on its side as in <C>, consult first with your distributor.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Contents Introduction .............................i To ensure the safe use of this product:....................ii Warning ............................iii Caution ............................iv Important ............................v Handling Static-Sensitive Device ......................vi SATA Mirror Drive Installation Important Points ................vii Contents ...............................viii 3.5” Form Factor SATA Mirror Drive Functions ................1 Features ............................1 Mirroring ...........................1 Cache Buffer Function......................2...
  • Page 11 3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Appendix-A Specifications ........................22 Appendix-B Accessories ........................23 Appendix-C Factory Default Setting ....................24 Appendix-D Replacement Parts ......................25 Information............................26...
  • Page 12: 5" Form Factor Sata Mirror Drive Functions

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 1. 3.5” Form Factor SATA Mirror Drive Functions Incorporating two SATA 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drives, the STR-V 3.5” Form Factor SATA Mirror Drive uses mirroring technology to safeguard data and to provide uninterrupted operations.
  • Page 13: Cache Buffer Function

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 1.3 Cache Buffer Function The SATA Mirror Drive is equipped with a large cache memory capacity. With write cache mode enabled, the SATA Mirror Drive will signal completion of command processing to the host computer when data is written to cache memory.
  • Page 14: Outline

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 2. Outline 2.1 Part Names SATA Connector Status Signal connector External LED Connector Buzzer Stop Signal Connector Power Connector Controller Unit Dip Switch Status Signal Voltage Selection Switch ← MODEL: AXRE-U Model Name ←...
  • Page 15: Dimensions

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 2.2 Dimensions 2.2.1 SATA Mirror Drive Unit:mm 25.4 101.6 95.2 取付け用ネジ穴(4ヶ所) Mounting Screw Holes 4-#6-32UNC ユニファイ並目ネジ 取付け用ネジ穴(3ヶ所) Mounting Screw Holes 3-#6-32UNC ユニファイ並目ネジ 対面も同等...
  • Page 16: 5-Inch Bay Mirror Drive Installation Attachment

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 2.2.2 5-inch Bay Mirror Drive Installation Attachment Mounting Screw Holes 取付け用ネジ穴(4 ヶ所) 4-#6-32UNC ユニファイ並目ネジ 対面も同等 Unit:mm 146.0 43.0...
  • Page 17: Installation

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 3. Installation 3.1 DIP Switch Settings Before mounting the SATA Mirror Drive in your host computer, double-check the DIP Switch settings. Refer to "4. Settings" for the configurations of the DIP switch. For default settings, refer to " Appendix-C Factory Default Settings."...
  • Page 18: Cable Connection

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 3.3 Cable Connection <1> Connect SATA power cable that supplies DC +5V. <2> Use a standard SATA signal cable to connect to the host computer. Serial ATA コネクタ 電源コネクタ Power Connector SATA Connector 3.4 Turning on The Main Power Before turning on the host computer, gently press the front face of each drive unit to confirm that these...
  • Page 19: Settings

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 4. Settings 4.1 DIP Switch The DIP Switch can be used to change the settings of Write Cache mode, DMA setting Revival Reconstruction Feature and Buzzer Enable/Disable Features of the SATA Mirror Drive. It is located on the upper right side of the sub-card (at the back of CN13).
  • Page 20: Operating Mode (Do Not Change)

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 4.1.1 Operating Mode (Do not change) The operating mode switches (S1、S2、S3、S4 & S8) are set to normal mode (mirror mode). Do not change this setting. Important Changing the operation mode switches will result in loss of data. 4.1.2 Write Cache Mode This bit sets the write cache mode.
  • Page 21: Status Display

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 5. Status Display 5.1 Indicator LED indicators on the front display the status of both controller unit and drive units. 5.1.1 Access Indicator (*1) <1> When the power is turned on. Green <2>...
  • Page 22: Buzzer

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 5.1.3 Buzzer If this is set to "ENABLE," in the event of a failure, the buzzer will beep at the interval specified below. Drive unit 1 failed Buzzer Beep Beep 3.2s 0.3s Drive unit 2 failed Buzzer...
  • Page 23: External Output Signal

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 5.2 External Output Signal It is possible to monitor the SATA Mirror Drive status externally. The locations of the connector are shown in the figure below. 外部LEDステ-タス信号コネクタ ステ-タス信号コネクタ External LED Connector Status Signal Buzzer Stop Connector 5.2.1 Status Signal...
  • Page 24 3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual ● The internal circuitry of status output signals are indicated as follows: 3.3V CN13/CN23 Pin 1 10kΩ Default: +3.3V Pin 2 Status Signal Fuse: 500mA Bit 2 Pin 3 Bit 1 Pin 4 Bit 0 Pin 5...
  • Page 25: External Led Connector

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 5.2.2 External LED Connector It is possible to drive external LED by CN14. Please refer to “ 2.1 Part Name’s ” for it’s location. Pin No. Status Connector Pin Assignment ACCESS LED Green CN14 ACCESS LED Orange...
  • Page 26: Buzzer Stop Connector

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 5.2.3 Buzzer Stop Connector The buzzer can be stopped by a switch connected to the pin no. 3 and 5 of CN6. Please refer to “ 2.1Part Name’s ” for it’s location. Pin No.
  • Page 27: Trouble Shooting

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual 6. Trouble shooting 6.1 Trouble indication If the SATA Mirror Drive fails, either the access indicator LED or the drive status indicator LED will flash Orange. If the buzzer switch is enabled, the buzzer will emit a continuous beeping sound. These status/failure indications must be considered to determine if removal and replacement of a hard disk unit is necessary.
  • Page 28: Replacing Drive Unit

    HDD may result in malfunction or damage. The warranty does not cover any damage encountered due to replacement with a non-specified HDD. Furthermore, STR-V is not held liable for any consequence resulting from the use of an undesignated HDD. If the drive status indicator lights orange, immediately replace the specified drive unit with a new drive unit.
  • Page 29: Replacement Of Both Drive Units

    To avoid further data loss, back up your data in a suitable medium, Important such as tape or MO drive. Please use an STR-V designated HDD as drive replacement. Refer to “Appendix-D Replacement Parts” for more details. Prepare the two new drive units as specified in "...
  • Page 30: Controller Unit Replacement

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Important Do not remove the drive unit while data rebuilding is underway. During data rebuilding, the drive status indicator of the replacement drive will flash orange, while the drive status indicator of the other drive unit will light green. The access indicator will not light. When data rebuilding is complete, the drive status indicator will go out.
  • Page 31: When Both Drive Units Are Functioning Normally

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual When replacing controller units, make sure to turn off the power of the host computer, and the AC power cable is removed from the socket. When replacing drive units, ensure that you touch the chassis or any Caution other grounded parts, to discharge static electricity from your body.
  • Page 32: Other Problems

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Insert the good drive unit into the new controller unit. Please keep the location of the drive unit (number 1 or 2) as it was before. Push firmly the drive right into the unit with both hands then with the use of the grooved marking, carefully slide the lever to the right.
  • Page 33: Appendix-A Specifications

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Appendix-A Specifications A.1 Product Specifications Model Name AXRE-U080SA AXRE-U080SA1 AXRE-U080SA2 RAID Level Number of HDDs Storage Capacity 80GB Number of LBAs 156,297,344 Number of Cylinders 155,056 Number of Heads Sectors Host interface SATA-Ⅰ...
  • Page 34: Appendix-B Accessories

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Appendix-B Accessories The SATA Mirror Drive (AXRE-U Series) is shipped with following accessories. Mounting screws. (4pcs.)
  • Page 35: Appendix-C Factory Default Setting

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Appendix-C Factory Default Setting The SATA Mirror Drive's factory default settings are as follows: ● DIP Switch Settings Default Setting Enable 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 All OFF Function / Mode SW No.
  • Page 36: Appendix-D Replacement Parts

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Appendix-D Replacement Parts The following are supplied as user-replaceable parts. Part name Part number A203791 80 GB drive unit A203945 Replacement drive unit for AXRE-U080SA/SA1/SA2. A204059 Replacement controller unit for AXRE-U Serial ATA Controller unit A203807 series.
  • Page 37: Information

    3.5" Form Factor Mirror Drive SATA Model User's Manual Information For more information about this product, please contact your distributor. Distributor’s information ● Product Records Model Name AXRE-U Revision Serial Number ● Manufacturer This product is manufactured by Storage Vision Co., Ltd. Japan. http://www.str-v.com/index_e.html...

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