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- Page 2 USB 2.0 ULTRA-Portable Portable Hard Drive ’ HE DATA STORED ON THIS HARD DRIVE IS NOT POCKETEC. GUARANTEED BY POCKETEC IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OF DATA LWAYS BACK UP ALL DATA REGULARLY...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Features and Benefits The POCKETEC Package Minimum System Requirements Care and Handling Hardware Installation Software Installation for Windows® Software Installation for Macintosh® Installing the DataStor for Use with LINUX Installing the DataStor for Use with DOS... -
Page 4: Introduction
Mini into the USB port of your computer and you instantly have access to 20GB of extra storage space. The DataStor Mini™ works with laptops and desktops and is compatible with Windows®, MAC, DOS and Linux, so cross-platform file sharing is a breeze. -
Page 5: Features And Benefits
The POCKETEC Package Your POCKETEC package contains the following: ™ • DataStor mini Ultra-Portable Hard Drive • Standard DataStor mini USB connection cable • Quick Start Guide • CD-ROM Installation mini-CD with E-Manual • Mini Carrying Case • One-Year Limited Warranty The speed may vary depending on the host computer. -
Page 6: Minimum System Requirements
Care and Handling • Please keep the DataStor mini in the protective carrying case when it is not in use, so as to minimize risk of damage. Always handle your DataStor mini drive carefully. • Do not move or disconnect the DataStor mini from your computer while the DataStor mini drive is writing or reading data to or from the drive. -
Page 7: Hardware Installation
Care and Handling • DO NOT open the outer case. Opening the case may damage the DataStor mini, its components or the hard drive and will VOID THE WARRANTY. • DO NOT expose the DataStor mini to extreme temperatures or humidity. Either may cause serious damage to the hard drive. -
Page 8: Software Installation For Windows
® from the mini-CD, follow steps 1 - 7 below after the hardware installation. 1. Insert the POCKETEC Drivers CD into your CD-ROM. 2. Select Next at the new hardware wizard. 3. Select “Search for the best driver for your device (recommended)”... - Page 9 1 - 19 below. 1. Go to www.pocketec.net 2. Go to the DOWNLOADS section and click drivers for Windows. 3. Select the “DataStor mini” link to download the drivers. 4. Download the files to your desktop. 5. Open the DataStor-mini-drivers.zip file.
- Page 10 11. Wait for the “Add New Hardware Wizard” to start. 12. Select “Next” when the wizard starts. 13. At the next window. Select “Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended).” 14. Select “Next” to continue. 15. Check the box next to “Specific Location” 16.
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Page 11: Software Installation For Macintosh
Driver installation for MAC OS 10.1.x +. Follow steps 1 – 7 below. 1. Insert the mini-CD into the CD-ROM tray/slot. 2. Wait for the POCKETEC CD to appear and open it. 3. Open the folder MAC OS 10. 4. Expand the... -
Page 12: Installing The Datastor For Use With Linux
Mounting In Linux To mount the DataStor mini in Linux, follow steps 1 – 8 below. Note: Drivers are not required for Linux. You should do this in your “root” account 1. Locate the mini-USB to USB cable 2. Locate the DataStor 3. -
Page 13: Removing The Datastor After Use
Safely Removing the DataStor mini After Use (MAC OS 8.6 and higher) 1. Select the DataStor mini. 2. Drag the DataStor mini icon to your trash can on your desktop. 3. Select to remove the DataStor mini. -
Page 14: Frequently Asked Questions
: Can I leave the DataStor mini on all day and night, every day? : What back up program do I need to use to back up my computer? : Why does the DataStor mini driver for Windows XP give me a warning message when I install the drivers? - Page 15 USB port of the host computer or a powered USB hub. : Why doesn’t my DataStor work with my computer? : There are numerous reasons why the DataStor may not be working with your computer. Please visit http://support.pocketec.net/dsmini/...
- Page 16 : How do I format my DataStor? : You can format your DataStor drive in Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/XP, DOS and OS X+. Please go to the How To Guide for detailed instructions on how to format your DataStor in the specific OS. : What is the Minimum System Requirements for the DataStor? : The system requirements are: 400Mhz or equivalent processor, your operating systems minimum RAM requirement, and minimum operating hard drive space.
- Page 17 Can I download pictures from my digital camera directly to the DataStor mini without going through a computer? : No, you cannot plug your DataStor mini into your digital camera. You must first download the pictures to a computer and then transfer the pictures from your...
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Page 18: How To
2. Select the files you want to copy and hold down the mouse-1 button. 3. Drag the mouse cursor over to the DataStor mini Window and release the mouse-1 button. 4. Wait for the transfer to finish before safely removing the DataStor mini. -
Page 19: Warranty Information
(“Product”) will be free from defects in material and workmanship and conform to the POCKETEC specifications for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of the original retail purchase. This warranty applies only to Products manufactured by POCKETEC that contains the “POCKETEC” trademark, trade name, or logo affixed thereon. -
Page 20: Contact Information
Contact Us For more information or customer service, please reach us at: http://www.pocketec.net Customer Service and General Inquiries: info@pocketec.net 818-717-9556 Technical Inquiries: support@pocketec.net 818-717-9556 Press 2 at the Menu Online Technical Support Site http://support.pocketec.net Sales Inquires: sales@pocketec.net...
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