Azio ENC302U User Manual

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Page 1 AZiO™ External HD Kit User’s Guide...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Formatting in Mac OS X ………………………………………………………………………………………. 21 Formatting in Mac OS 9 ………………………………………………………………………………………. 22 How to safely dismount the Drive ……………………………………………. 23 AZiO External HD Kit: Features Explored ……………………………...…… 24 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 FireWire 400 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………... 24 Serial ATA ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…… 25 Frequently Asked Questions …………………………………………………...
Page 3: Overview
Overview Thank you for purchasing the AZiO External HD kit, one of the most stylish and practical data storage solutions available. The AZiO HD Kit can convert your internal 3.5” hard disk drive into a hi-speed external storage device. Use it to store your collection of documents, photos, media files, and/or backup a copy of all your important data.
Page 4: Precautions
• If using your AZiO product as a general-purpose storage device (as opposed to a backup device) AZiO strongly recommends that you backup the files stored on the device. AZiO will not be responsible for loss of data or corruption; nor will AZiO perform recovery of lost data or files.
Page 5: Package Contents
9) eSATA to eSATA Cable (ENC-303SU Only) 10) SATA to eSATA Conversion Bracket (ENC-303SU Only) *If you are missing any item listed above, please contact Customer Service at support@aziocorp.com, or call (909) 468-1198. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 6: System Requirements For Pc
• In order to use the FireWire connection, you will need Windows 98 Second Edition 1394 Storage Supplement. You can download it at http://www.microsoft.com/windows98/downloads/default.asp. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com and click on the Windows Update www.microsoft.com and click on the...
Page 7: System Requirements For Mac
If your laptop has a 4-pin FireWire port, you will need to obtain a 6-pin to 4-pin FireWire cable (not included). eSATA users with SATA ports: If your computer has a SATA port, please upgrade to eSATA by using the included SATA to eSATA converter bracket. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 8: Technical Specifications
Power Requirement ………………………………………………………... +5VDC & +12VDC Startup Current (max A) …………………………………………..…………….……… 2.0 (12V) External Power Supply …………………………………………………………… 34W Switching AC Input ……………………………………………………………… 100-240V ~ 47/63Hz 1.2A DC Output ……………………………………………………………. 5.0V (2.0A), 12.0V (2.0A) Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 9: Installing A 3.5" Hard Drive
If you do not have your drive’s manual, most manufacturers make manuals available for download from their websites. Be sure to download the correct manual for your specific model as jumper configurations can differ from model to model. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 11 Open the drive kit by carefully remove the top cover from the body chassis. Warning: When handling the opened kit, never touch the PCB (printed circuit board). It contains sensitive electronics that can be easily damaged. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 12 Orient your 3.5” hard drive so that the drives connectors are aligned with the interface connector and the power cable. Plug the interface cable and the power supply into the hard disk drive. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 13 With the connections made, screw the hard drive onto the support brace using the supplied screws. Make sure all screws are secure and that the drive is firmly mounted to the chassis. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 14 4. Re-assemble the Drive Kit Connect the LED activity light cable from the top cover of the drive kit to its connector cable attached to the PCB. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 15 Carefully close the drive kit by replacing the top cover back onto the enclosure base. Make sure the cover is properly seated and pressed tightly against the enclosure’s edge. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 17: Setting Up The Drive
Select “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended).” Click Next. 3. In the next window that appears, check the box labeled CD-ROM drive. Click Next. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com and click on Windows Update link.
Page 18 Click Finish and then eject the CD. You should now see a new icon (a gray box with a green arrow) next to the time display on your system tray. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 19: Naming Your Drive
2. In the My Computer window click on the Drive icon. 3. In the File menu, select Properties. 4. Under the General tab of the Properties window, type a name in the text field beside the Drive icon. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 20: Partitioning/Formatting The Drive
2. Click on Disk Management. A list of all the drives in your system will be displayed. 3. If the Write Signature and Upgrade Disk Wizard auto-starts, you can use this wizard to initialize the hard disk and create partition/format the drive. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com for details.
Page 21: Partitioning/Formatting In Windows Me Or 98Se
Information on the Drive will appear in the information window. 3. Click on the Erase tab. In the Erase window you will see a Volume Format pop-up menu and a Name field. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 22: Formatting In Mac Os 9
1. Insert the System Software CD into you CD drive. 2. With your AZiO External Drive connected and powered on, restart the computer and hold down the C key while the computer is starting up. 3. You will see an alert message: “This disk is unreadable by this computer.
Page 23: How To Safely Dismount The Drive
When you dismount a device, the communications link is severed and the computer can no longer access it. PC Users 1. Make sure your computer is no longer accessing the AZiO External Drive. 2. In the system tray at the bottom of your screen, click the Safely Remove icon.
Page 24: Azio External Hd Kit: Features Explored
FireWire bus. With the use of FireWire hubs, up to 63 devices can be linked on a single FireWire bus. FireWire equipped AZiO Enclosures come with two FireWire ports: One port is for connecting the device...
Page 25: Serial Ata
• Up to six times faster than contemporary external storage solutions: USB 2.0 and FireWire 400. • Hot-Pluggable: Devices can be added/removed while the computer is on and running. • Robust and user friendly external connection. • Up to 2-m shielded cables and connectors. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions
Drive using the NTFS file system. If you plan to use your drive on a Mac OS only, consider reformatting the Drive using the Mac OS Extended file system. Q: Does the AZiO External Drive work on Windows XP Media Center Edition? A: No. It is not supported at this time.
Page 27 However, computer use the binary (base 2) numbering system. In the binary number system, one megabyte is equal to 1,048,576 bytes, and one gigabyte is equal to 1,073,741,824 bytes. Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 28: Troubleshooting
1. Make sure you have followed all of the instructions in this guide. 2. Consult the Troubleshooting sections of this guide. 3. If the issue you are having is still not resolved, contact AZiO Customer Care by one of the following options: a) via LiveChat at our website’s support page,...
Page 29: Troubleshooting For Mac Users
Q: When I connected the Drive to my computer, I got the following alert message: “Please insert disk ‘untitled’.” A: If you get this alert message, your Mac is not recognizing your AZiO Drive and the mouse curser may even freeze on screen. If this happens, hold down the Apple/Control key and press the Period “.”...
Page 30 A: If this message appears, you have no choice but to re-initialize (reformat) the AZiO Drive in order to use it on Mac OS X. You will need to copy the data stored on your Drive to another storage device before upgrading to Mac OS X. After the upgrade is complete, re-initialize the Drive on Mac OS X, and then copy the data back to it.
Page 31: Warranty
The warranty does not cover any damage caused by negligence, abuse, or non-authorized modifications. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall AZiO Corporation, its affiliates, or its dealers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect or consequential damages whatsoever regardless of cause or form of action.
Page 32: Contact Information
Contact Information Address: 19925 Harrison Ave. Walnut, CA 91789 Telephone: (909) 468-1198 Fax: (909) 839-2629 Website: www.aziocorp.com Customer Service: support@aziocorp.com Technical Support: support@aziocorp.com Pre-Sale Questions: sales@aziocorp.com Copyright 2006 © AZiO Corp. – www.aziocorp.com...
Page 33: Notices
AZiO assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein. AZiO reserves the right to make changes or revisions in the product design or the product manual without reservation and without obligation to notify any person of such revisions and changes.

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