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CRU
Data Express
®
User Manual
Features
Short frame length is ideal for fi tting in smaller computers
Toolless entry into the drive carrier
Temperature Control Cooling Sensor auto-adjusts fan speed depending on need
Push-button carrier ejection mechanism
Keylock secures the carrier from accidental ejection
Rated for up to 50,000 carrier insertions
DX175
®
DataExpress Branding

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  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    Data Express DX175 ® ® User Manual Features • Short frame length is ideal for fi tting in smaller computers • Toolless entry into the drive carrier • Temperature Control Cooling Sensor auto-adjusts fan speed depending on need • Push-button carrier ejection mechanism •...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual TaBLE oF ConTEnTS 1 gEnEraL inFormaTion 1 General Information 1.1 paCKagE ConTEnTS 1.1 Package Contents The following list contains the items that are included in the 1.2 Identifying Parts complete confi guration for this device. Please contact CRU if 1.3 LED Behavior...
  • Page 3: Led Behavior

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual 1.3 LED BEhavior CoLor STaTE DESCripTion Flashing White The drive is inside the bay and powering up. Solid White The drive is powered on and ready for access. White/ Drive Ready/Error Flashing Red and White Fan failure.
  • Page 4: Operating Your Dx175

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual e. With one hand on top of the drive, turn the carrier over. Then secure the drive to the carrier using the screws provided. f. Reattach the carrier cover. Insert the front of the carrier into the front of the cover while simultaneously lowering the cover over the top of the carrier.
  • Page 5: Fan Speed

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual 3.4 Fan SpEED Adjust the fan speed by adjusting the “Fan” jumper located on the rear of the DX175 frame. Fan jumper Settings high - Fan is set to high speed - Fan is set to low speed auto - Enables the DX175’s built-in Temperature Control Cooling Sensor (TCCS).
  • Page 6 CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual e. You will now see a window that allows selection of a fi le system. Choose and enter a nTFS name for the new volume. Be sure to check the box labeled Quick Format, which will ensure that the formatting process takes less than a minute.
  • Page 7: Mount And Unmount Volumes

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual b. The drive should appear in the list of Disks in the lower pane. You may need to scroll down to see it. If the drive is already formatted, you can identify it easily by its volume name. If the Device Properties Box (labeled ‘B’...
  • Page 8: Usage With Mac Operating Systems

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual LED is not blinking, as disconnecting the unit while a fi le transfer is in progress can result in data loss. Then turn the DX175 off. You may need to restart your computer to remount the DX175.
  • Page 9: Create A Boot Drive

    CRU Data Express DX175 User Manual 4.2.3 Create a Boot Drive To create a boot drive, you must first install macOS on the drive in the carrier using a third-party app like System preferences → Startup MacDaddy Install Disk Creator. Next, go to Disk.
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    5 TEChniCaL SpECiFiCaTionS Product Models Data Express DX175 SATA: up to 6 Gbps Interface Types & Speeds SAS: up to 6 Gbps 2.5 and 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs Supported Drive Types 2.5 and 3.5-inch SAS HDDs and SSDs Data Connectors...

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