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Summary of Contents for Xcellon HDD-202
- Page 1 User Manual...
- Page 2 Thank you for choosing Xcellon. The Xcellon HDD-202 is the most convenient way to create a two-disk RAID system with internal-type SATA drives. The HDD- 202’s tray-less, top-loading bays enable easy access with simple, tool-free installation—instead of dismantling your computer and installing your drives, just insert the drives directly into the dock.
- Page 3 » Back up your data before using this product in order to prevent loss of important data. Xcellon will not be responsible for any data loss. » Keep this product away from water and any flammable gases or liquids.
- Page 4 Overview SATA contacts 2.5” drive slot 3.5” drive slot Front HD 1 status LED (blue, purple, red) HD 2 status LED (blue, purple, red) Power LED (blue) Rear Power button DC power port USB-C port Set button RAID switches Raid button instruction Also Included USB Type-C to Standard-A cable »...
- Page 5 HD 2 HDD 2 HD 1 HDD 1 WARNING WARNING Back up all data before Back up all data before changing the RAID mode changing the RAID mode RAID 0 RAID 1 12 3 12 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 RAID1 JBOD RAID0...
- Page 6 LED that corresponds to your hard disk will blink purple. The HDD-202 works with one drive or two. In order to set up a RAID system, you will need to install two drives. If your disk drive has been formatted, your computer will notify you that new hardware has been detected, and the drive will appear on the Desktop, in My Computer, or in the Finder.
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Page 7: Raid Mode Configuration
RAID Mode Configuration The RAID mode options are 0, 1, Span (Big), JBOD, and Port Multiplier. The default mode is JBOD. Familiarize yourself with the advantages of each RAID mode before making a selection. Important! Before configuring the RAID mode, make sure to back up your data. - Page 8 RAID 1 RAID 1 mirrors the data in blocks on the two disk drives, so the exact same data is stored on both drives. Data integrity is more reliable in this mode than in RAID 0 mode, although there is less accessible disk space and the transfer speed is slower.
- Page 9 JBOD In JBOD mode, the two disk drives function independently of one another. JBOD is an acronym for Just a Bunch of Disks. Total 200 GB Disk 1 Disk 2 100 GB 100 GB Figure 3. In JBOD mode, both disks will appear on your computer. Span (Big) Span mode links the two disk drives, so they function as a single drive with combined storage space.
- Page 10 Port Multiplier: In Port Multiplier (PM) mode, you can run up to 15 drives from a single SATA port via a PM cable. In a PM setup, the drives connected to the PM cable will function as a JBOD system. Note: Separate power is required for the drives in a PM setup.
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Page 11: Removing Your Disk Drive
Removing Your Disk Drive Important! To prevent data loss, do not unplug the HDD-202, turn it off, or remove your disk drive from the enclosure until all steps have been completed. Windows Close any programs that might be using the drive. - Page 12 Windows XP Right-click on My Computer and select Manage. In the right column of the Computer Management window, double-click on Storage and then Disk Management (Local). In the bottom half of the right column, you will see a list of the connected disk drives and their partitions.
- Page 13 11. In the Assign Drive Letter or Path window, select a letter from the drop-down menu to assign to the disk drive. Click on Next to continue. 12. In the Format Partition window, select Format this partition with the following settings. a.
- Page 14 In the middle column of the Computer Management window, double-click on Storage and then Disk Management. In the bottom half of the middle column, you will see a list of all the connected disk drives and their partitions. Formatted drives have a blue bar, and unformatted drives have a black bar and are labeled Unallocated.
- Page 15 d. You can opt to perform a quick format or a full format. Perform a quick format is the default option. e. Make sure Enable file and folder compression is unselected. f. Click on Next to continue. Review your settings and click on Finish. Windows will format the partition, which will appear as formatted in the middle column of the Computer Management window, and the disk will appear as a usable drive in My Computer.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Solution The dock will not turn • Make sure the DC power adapter is fully plugged into the dock’s DC power port and your AC power source. • Check your power source to make sure it’s reliable. Try switching AC power sources. The dock is turned on, •... - Page 17 Problem Solution (Continued) Back up your data on a different drive. Remove the drive that corresponds to the blinking red status LED. Insert a new (working) drive into the dock and reset the RAID system. This requires initial- izing and reformatting your hard drives. Pressing and holding •...
- Page 18 Specifications Drive types supported 2.5” and 3.5” SATA I/II/III type HD Maximum hard disk 8 TB (per drive) capacity Internal interface SATA (×2) External interface USB Type-C Data transfer rate 10 Gbps (maximum) Supported RAID modes 0, 1, JBOD, Span (Big), Port Multiplier (PM) Chipset Asmedia 1352R Protocols...
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Page 19: One-Year Limited Warranty
One-Year Limited Warranty This Xcellon product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
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