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- Page 1 3.5” SATA to USB 3.0 & eSATA External Hard Drive Enclosure w/ Fan USER’S MANUAL...
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Page 2: Package Contents
MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows NT/2000/XP/Vista/7 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple, Macintosh and Mac are trademarks of Apple Computer. NexStar is a registered trademark of Vantec Thermal Technologies. *All other third-party brands and names are the property of their respective owners. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1. Introduction ....................... 02 2. Specifications/Features ................... 3. System Requirements ..................04 4. Parts Layout ......................... 5. Installation ........................06 6. Disconnecting the NexStar HX ..............09 7. Hard Drive Formatting Guide ..............10 8. Warranty ...........................13 9. Contact ..........................13 Table of Contents... -
Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction: Introducing the NexStar HX – a sleek 3.5” SATA to USB 3.0 & eSATA External Hard Drive Enclosure designed to keep your hard drive safe and cool. This enclosure features a hard aluminum case shell that effectively draws away... -
Page 5: Specifications/Features
2. Specifications/Features: 3.5” SATA to USB 3.0 & eSATA External Hard Drive Enclosure w/ Fan Features: • Aluminum Casing Cools Down Your Hard Drive • Vents To Exhaust Hot Air To Let In Cool Air • Large 80mm Fan w/ On & Off Switch •... -
Page 6: System Requirements
3. System Requirements: Mac OS 10.4 & greater Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.0 specifications support USB 2.0 specifications For USB 3.0 speeds, the system must For USB 3.0 speeds, the system must support USB 3.0 specifications support USB 3.0 specifications... -
Page 7: Parts Layout
4. Parts Layout: 3.5” SATA to USB 3.0 & eSATA External Hard Drive Enclosure w/ Fan 80mm Fan Power P o w eSATA USB 3.0 Parts Layout... -
Page 8: Installation
5. Installation: 3.5” SATA to USB 3.0 & eSATA External Hard Drive Enclosure w/ Fan 5.1. Hardware Installation: Installing the hard drive: Carefully unscrew the two screws and slide the aluminum cover outward to open (figure 5.1-A) ( figure 5.1-A ) Flip the protection cover upward and carefully install the 3.5”... - Page 9 Once the hard drive has been installed, flip the protection cover downward to lock the hard drive in place. (figure 5.1-C) ( figure 5.1-C ) Slide the aluminum cover back on and fasten the two screws. (figure 5.1-D) ( figure 5.1-D) Installation...
- Page 10 ( figure 5.1-E ) Your operating system should detect the NexStar and automatically install the necessary drivers. Once your operating system finishes setting up the NexStar , it will eSATA Cable P o w mount your hard drive. On Mac OS systems, the new volume should appear on desktop.
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Page 11: Disconnecting The Nexstar Hx
You may now safely turn off and disconnect the NexStar. WARNING : NEVER remove the NexStar while the hard drive is in use. Doing so may corrupt the data on the hard drive or damage the hard drive, NexStar and the computer. -
Page 12: Hard Drive Formatting Guide
7. Hard Drive Formatting Guide 3.5” SATA to USB 3.0 & eSATA External Hard Drive Enclosure w/ Fan You may format your Hard Drive by using the USB connection. Please make sure your External Enclosure is turned on and connected to the PC before formatting the Hard Drive. - Page 13 STEP3: Right-click on the “Unallocated” box and select “New Partition”. (Disk number may vary) STEP4: The “New Partition Wizard” will appear. Please follow the "New Partition Wizard" step by step instructions to complete the Hard Drive formatting procedure Hard Drive Formatting Guide...
- Page 14 STEP5: Once the Hard Drive formatting procedure is completed, the Hard Drive will be recognized as a “New Volume” (New Volume drive letter may vary i.e. “New Volume (Z:)” ) STEP6: Double-click “My Computer”. You will see “New Volume” appear on your PC (Drive letter may vary i.e.
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Page 15: Warranty
8. Warranty: The NexStar HX comes with a 1 year limited warranty ( 90 day parts ) . If your unit should become defective within that time frame, please go to www.vantecusa.com for information on how to receive warranty exchange or repair.