Transcend TS250GSJ25P User Manual

Transcend TS250GSJ25P User Manual

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(Version 1.0.6)

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  • Page 1 ® StoreJet User’s Manual (Version 1.0.6)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ...11 ® OS 9.0 or Later ...11 ® Linux Kernel 2.4 or Later...12 Formatting the Hard Drive︱...13 ® Windows 2000/XP...13 ® Windows 7/Vista...14 ® OS...17 ® Linux ...19 Troubleshooting︱...20 Specifications︱...22 Ordering Information︱ ...22 Transcend Limited Warranty︱ ...23 Table of Contents...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing and transferring your vital data and information. With its huge storage capacity and fast 480Mbps USB 2.0 data transfer rates, the compact StoreJet 25 is ideal for carrying your files, folders, documents, photos, music and videos to and from desktop or notebook computers.
  • Page 4 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 5: Features

    Features︱ Racing-inspired lightweight slim design with checkered front panel Protective soft travel pouch Slide-open case for easy hard drive installation and removal High-speed USB 2.0 compliant and backwards compatible with USB 1.1 Easy Plug and Play operation – no drivers required Completely USB powered.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Backing Up Data • Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss or damage during operation. If you decide to store data on your StoreJet 25 we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a computer, or other storage medium.
  • Page 7: Reminders

    • Please use the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable that came with the StoreJet 25 to connect it to a computer, and always ensure that the cable you are using is in good condition. NEVER use a cable that is frayed or damaged. •...
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview︱ Figure 1: StoreJet 25P Case Screw Mini USB Port...
  • Page 9: Installing A Hard Drive

    The StoreJet 25 hard drive enclosure only works with 2.5” SATA Hard Disk Drives. Installing a Hard Drive If you purchased a Transcend StoreJet 25 hard drive enclosure that does not have an SATA hard disk drive already installed, please read this section for installation instructions. If a hard drive is already installed, you can skip to the “Connecting to a Computer”...
  • Page 10 Reattach the front cover and slide it back into place Reattach the case screw.
  • Page 11: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer︱ If you want to use the StoreJet 25 as an external hard drive to upload/download data to and from your computer, you will need to connect it to a USB port on the computer using the provided USB Y-cable.
  • Page 12 When the StoreJet 25 is successfully connected to a computer, the StoreJet’s Power LED will light up, a new Local Disk drive with a newly-assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window, and a Removable Hardware icon System Tray. The StoreJet 25’s internal hard drive comes pre-formatted for FAT32. Figure 4: *F: is an example drive letter, the letter in your "My Computer"...
  • Page 13: Disconnecting From A Computer

    1. Select the Hardware 2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue. 3. A window will appear stating, “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely removed from the system.” WARNING! To prevent data loss, always use this procedure to remove the StoreJet ®...
  • Page 14: Linux ® Kernel 2.4 Or Later

    Figure 7: Drag StoreJet 25 drive icon into the Trashcan ® Linux Kernel 2.4 or Later Execute umount /mnt/Storejet to un-mount the device. Then unplug your StoreJet 25 from the USB port.
  • Page 15: Formatting The Hard Drive

    You must have Administrator Rights to format in Windows. ® Windows 2000/XP 1. Download the StoreJet Format Utility from Transcend’s online Download Center at http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/DLCenter/index.asp selecting “Storage Devices -> StoreJet Drives -> any StoreJet product -> any StoreJet model) 2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer’s hard drive (not the StoreJet 25) and run the StoreJetFormatter.exe application.
  • Page 16: Windows 7/Vista

    10. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit. ® Windows 7/Vista 1. Download the StoreJet Format Utility from Transcend’s online Download Center at http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/DLCenter/index.asp selecting “Storage Devices -> StoreJet Drives -> any StoreJet product -> any StoreJet model) 2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer’s hard drive (not the StoreJet 25).
  • Page 17 Figure 11: Run as administrator 6. The User Account Control window will appear. Select “Allow” to continue. Figure 12: Allow Transcend’s StoreJet Format Utility to run in Vista/7 7. In the StoreJet Format Utility window, click the “Refresh” button. 8. The program will automatically detect the StoreJet 25 drive.
  • Page 18 Figure 13: The Utility will automatically detect the StoreJet 25 drive 9. Press “Start”. Figure 14: Press “Start” 10. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive.
  • Page 19: Mac ® Os

    ® 1. Plug the StoreJet 25 into an available USB port on your MAC computer. 2. Unplug all other external storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different drive. 3. Click the “Initialize” button.
  • Page 20 Figure 17: Select a Volume Format (file system) 7. Input a name for your new drive (otherwise, your drive will be named “Untitled”) 8. Click the “Erase” button in the bottom right corner of the window Figure 18: Name your drive (optional) 9.
  • Page 21: Linux

    Linux 1. Plug the StoreJet 25 into an available USB port on your Linux computer. 2. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different USB drive. 3. Type fdisk /dev/sda (replace /dev/sda with your actual USB device) 4.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    StoreJet 25 in for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem from the following hints, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our website.
  • Page 23 2. Ensure that the USB port is working properly. If not, try using an alternate USB port. I cannot detect the StoreJet 25 on my Mac If you installed a drive into the StoreJet 25P that was previously used in a Windows most likely formatted with NTFS, which is not compatible with Mac ®...
  • Page 24: Specifications

    127.4mm × 81.25mm × 14.5mm 158g 2.5-inch SATA Hard Disk Drive 5V DC supplied from the USB port(s) 480Mbits per second 5℃ (41℉) to 55℃ (131℉) CE, FCC, BSMI 2-years Capacity Transcend P/N TS0GSJ25P 250GB TS250GSJ25P 320GB TS320GSJ25P 500GB TS500GSJ25P...
  • Page 25: Transcend Limited Warranty

    Transcend is not responsible for recovering any data lost due to the failure of a hard drive device. Transcend’s StoreJet 25 must be used with devices that conform to the recommended industry standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a third party device that causes the Transcend StoreJet 25 to fail.
  • Page 26 *The Transcend logo is a registered trademark of Transcend Information, Inc. *All logos and marks are trademarks of their respective companies.

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