TrekStor DataStation pocket q.ue Manual page 11

Connecting the DataStation to the computer via eSATA
To use the hot-plug capability (i.e. the connection and recognition of the hard disk on a computer while
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it is running) of your DataStation with eSATA port, you need an eSATA controller card for your computer
or a mainboard with an eSATA port.
To be able to use the high speed of a data transfer via the eSATA port of your DataStation, proceed as follows:
a) First connect the eSATA cable to your computer and then to your DataStation.
b) Next, connect both USB-A plugs of the Y-USB connection cable to the USB ports of your computer
and then the mini USB-A plug to the DataStation to supply power to the DataStation.
If your computer or notebook only has one free USB port, proceed as described in the "Connecting
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the DataStation to the computer via USB" section for the power supply of your DataStation.
Your operating system automatically recognizes the DataStation and adds the DataStation as a "l
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Various manufacturers provide slot plates with a SATA to eSATA adapter cable. These external SATA
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ports unfortunately often do not comply with the eSATA standard. When using such an adapter cable,
it may be necessary to activate the AHCI mode in the BIOS of the SATA controller so that you can use
the hot-plug capability of your DataStation. WARNING: In case of changes in the BIOS settings, system
instabilities or even a defect in the hardware may result. TrekStor assumes no liability nor guarantee for
damage to the DataStation or a computer resulting from changes in the BIOS.
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