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Summary of Contents for OWC FLEX 1U4
- Page 1 FLEX 4-Bay Thunderbolt Storage, Docking, and PCIe Expansion Rackmount Solution USER GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1.1 System Requirements ..................3 1.2 Package Contents ....................3 1.3 About This Manual ...................3 1.4 Front View ......................4 1.5 Rear View ......................4 1.6 Usage Notes .....................5 1.7 Dock Ejector ......................5 INSTALLATION 2.1 Assembly ......................7 2.2 Formatting ......................8 SUPPORT RESOURCES 3.1 Troubleshooting ....................7 3.2 Online Resources ..................... -
Page 3: Introduction
The images and descriptions may vary slightly between this manual and the unit shipped. Functions and features may change depending on the firmware version. The latest product details and warranty information can be found on the product web page. OWC’s Limited Warranty is not transferable and subject to limitations. INTRODUCTION... -
Page 4: Front View
(not included) I. Power switch – power the device on or off with this switch. J. Power input – connect power cable here. K. OWC ClingOn-ready cable stabilizer mount – affix ClingOn to help prevent accidental cable disconnections (sold separately) INTRODUCTION... -
Page 5: Usage Notes
- The OWC 1U4 may take longer to power down and sleep when connected to certain hosts. 1.7 DOCK EJECTOR This application safely ejects all drives connected to the OWC Flex 1U4 with a single click, adding peace of mind to fast-paced workflows. Drives connected to an installed PCIe are not effected by Dock Ejector. - Page 6 General Use Precautions To avoid damage, do not expose the device to temperatures outside the following ranges: Environmental (Operating) - Temperature (ºF): 50º — 95º - Temperature (ºC): 10º — 35º Environmental (Non-Operating) - Temperature (ºF): -40º — 149º - Temperature (ºC): -40º — 65º Always unplug the device from the electrical outlet if there is a risk of lightning or if it will be unused for an extended period of time.
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Page 7: Installation
INSTALLATION 2.1 ASSEMBLY This section describes the process of installing drives and a PCIe card into the OWC Flex 1U4. If you purchased the OWC Flex 1U4 with drives pre-installed, please proceed to section 2.2 Mac go.owc.com/flex1u4/install Formatting. The installation video can be watched by visiting... -
Page 8: Formatting
2.2 FORMATTING If you purchased the OWC Flex 1U4 with drives pre-installed, they were formatted as a RAID volume for Mac using SoftRAID. HDD assemblies will arrive as a RAID 5 volume. SSD assemblies will arrive as a RAID 0 volume. -
Page 9: Support Resources
- If the OWC Flex 1U4 is still not working properly, try connecting to another computer or using another Thunderbolt 4 cable. When the computer goes to sleep, the OWC Flex 1U4 will go to sleep. If you are still experiencing problems, consult Section 3.4 for OWC technical support contact information. - Page 10 The material in this document is for information purposes only and subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, OWC, its parent, partners, affiliates, officers, employees, and agents assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
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