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Hard drive docking kit user manual Model 450096 MAN-450096-UM-1007-02...
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Thank you for purchasing the MANHATTAN Hard Drive Docking Kit, ® Model 450096. The easy-to-follow instructions in this user manual help make setup and operation quick and simple, so you’ll also soon be enjoying the benefits of these additional features: •...
Hardware installation The Hard Drive Docking Kit is designed for installation in any PC/AT or Pentium-class computer that has an available 5.25-inch half-height drive bay. Generalized instructions for installation are presented in this manual since the design of computer cases varies. Refer to your computer’s manual whenever in doubt about procedures.
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Installing the Docking Case 1. Turn off the power to your computer and any other connected peripheral devices. Follow these precautions for static electricity discharge: • Discharge any static electricity buildup in your body by touching a grounded metal surface such as the computer case, if plugged in. •...
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9. Replace the computer’s cover; reconnect the power and other external cabling. Mounting a Drive in the Drive Case These steps are for installing a 3.5-inch drive device in the drive case. NOTE: A special adapter kit is required in order to install a 2.5-inch drive.
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the drive as Master, Cable Select or Slave depending on the configuration of your computer. After you complete this installation, you may also need to re-configure the computer’s BIOS setup to make the drive functional in the system. 3. The drive case’s 40-pin IDE cable supports 3.5-inch drives. Attach the power and IDE cables from the drive case to the drive.
Hot-Swapping Power to the computer can be on both when the drive is inserted or removed. Use the key to turn the drive on after inserting it and off before removing it. To insert the drive case: 1. Insert the drive case (with drive installed) into the installed docking case, pushing firmly until the drive is seated.
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