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  • Page 1 ® StorCase Technology ® Data Express DE50 for Backup Removable USB 2.0 Drive Enclosure User's Guide...
  • Page 2 DE50 for Backup Removable USB 2.0 Drive Enclosure User's Guide Part No. P89-0000-0270 D00 April 2006 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY STORCASE TECHNOLOGY, Incorporated (“StorCase”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material and workmanship, subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below. StorCase will, at its option, either repair or replace any part of its product that proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials.
  • Page 4 StorCase product, even if StorCase has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Copyright © 2006 StorCase Technology. All rights reserved. All registered trademarks are the property of StorCase Technology. All other logos and trademarks are properties of their respective companies. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 5: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity Company Name: StorCase Technology, Inc. Corporate Office Address: 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Manufacturing Address: 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Product Name: Data Express USB 2.0 DE50 Model Number: S21B124, S21P100, S21P101, S21P102, S21P106,...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    APPENDICES ........................... 19 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions ..............20 Appendix B - Optional Accessories ................23 USB 2.0 External Adapter Kit ................23 Carry Case ......................24 Reader's Comments ....................... 25 DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 7 This User's Guide is subject to periodic updates without notice. While reason- able efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this document, StorCase Technology, Inc. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this publication, or from the use of the information contained herein.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction INTRODUCTION Packaging Information The StorCase Technology Data Express ® system is shipped in a container designed to provide protection and prevent damage during shipment. The Data Express unit was carefully inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Bent or broken connectors, or evidence of other damage to the Data Express should be reported to the shipper immediately.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Insert Sheet (not shown) M3 Phillips Flat Hd. Screws ® Retrospect ® Backup Split USB Cable Software CD (not shown) Drive Lock Keys Carrier Sleeve Carrier Labels Figure 1: Package Contents StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 10: General Description

    Windows ® 2000/XP both support USB 2.0. For Windows ® 98, a driver down- load is required (at: http://www.storcase.com/support/firmware.asp). The StorCase Technology Data Express ® USB 2.0 DE50 for Backup is a removable drive carrier and receiving frame, designed to provide durable and reliable mounting for one (1) 2.5"...
  • Page 11: Receiving Frame Front Panel

    Tray and "disconnect"). • Eject Button - Push to eject drive carrier from receiving frame. • 5.25" Adapter Bracket - Some DE50 models do not include a 5.25" Adapter Bracket. StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 12: Drive Carrier

    Indicator 5.25” Adapter Activity Bracket Indicator Eject Unit ID Select Button Switch Location Figure 3: Receiving Frame Front Panel Figure 4: Receiving Frame Unit ID Number and Activity Display DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 13: Receiving Frame Rear Panel

    • Jumper (JP2) - Factory-installed jumper on Pins 2 & 3. DC Power (Power Cable Jumper not shown) (Factory-Installed) USB 2.0 Connector Figure 5: Receiving Frame Motherboard (Rear View) StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 14: Installation

    Loosen and remove the four (4) #4-40 Phillips Flat Hd. screws located on the bottom of the drive carrier unit (Figure 6). Save these screws for Step 6. #4-40 Phillips Flat Hd. Screw (4 Total) Figure 6: Disassembling the Drive Carrier Unit DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 15: Figure 7: Drive Carrier Components

    I/O cable on the board to the drive (Figure 8). Drive Carrier Circuit Board (Cable-side Down) 2.5” Drive (Not Included) Drive with Circuit Board Installed Figure 8: Drive Carrier Circuit Board Installation StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 16: Figure 9: Drive Mounting Bracket Installation

    Install the drive mounting bracket and secure with four (4) M3 screws (provided) as shown in Figure 9. M3 Phillips Flat Hd. Screw Circuit (4 Total) Board Drive Mounting Bracket Front Figure 9: Drive Mounting Bracket Installation DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 17: Figure 10: Drive/Bracket Assembly Installation

    Install the bottom plate onto the top cover and secure with the samefour (4) #4-40 Phillips screws saved from Step 1 (Figure 6). NOTE: Make sure that the drive circuit board is properly seated in the top cover slot before tightening screws. StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 18: Installing The Receiving Frame

    Step 6. Locate a spare 9-Pin USB connector on the system motherboard and connect the female connector on the split USB cable (provided) to it (Figures 11 & 16). DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 19: Figure 11: Connecting The Split Usb Cable To The System

    When connecting the 5-wire row to the 4-pin USB connector, make sure that the wires on the cable correspond to the appropriate pins (refer to your system motherboard manufacturer's documentation for information on pin assignments). StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 20: Figure 12: Typical Front Usb Ports

    (Figure 14). Secure with M3 Phillips Pan Hd. Screws (2 per Side) Figure 13: Installing the 5.25" Adapter Bracket DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 21: Figure 14: Adapter Bracket Mounting Holes For 5.25" Peripheral Slots

    Adjust the front of the receiving frame so the carrier slides freely in and out on the receiving frame guides. The position of adjoining peripheral units may require adjust- ment. StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 22: Figure 16: Connecting The Split Usb Cable

    11. Replace any expansion boards that may have been removed earlier. Replace the system cover according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 12. Reconnect any system or peripheral cables removed earlier. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 23: Selecting The Unit Id Number

    NOTE: Disable USB device on host computer desktop before turning OFF power (simply right-click on the "Unplug/Eject Hardware" Icon located in the System Tray and "disconnect"). StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 24: Unit Id Select Switch Settings

    Please note that all invalid switch settings will result in a blank display in the receiving frame display window. Table 1: Unit ID Select Switch Settings Unit ID Select Position Unit ID Number Blank Blank Blank Blank Blank Blank Display DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 25: Data Backup And Restoration

    Use the carrier sleeve (provided) for protection when transporting carrier. Simply insert carrier into carrier sleeve. Use carrier labels (provided) to identify carrier (or drive content). Simply remove label from backing and affix to the top of the carrier. StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 26: Appendices

    Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions APPENDICES DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 27: Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions

    500,000 Hours Input 115mA MTTR 5 minutes Preventive None Maintenance USB 2.0 & Compliance ATA/ATAPI-6 Max. Transfer Rate Up to 480 Mbps Max. Cable Length 6 ft. per USB device StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 28: Figure A-1: De50 Physical Dimensions

    (26.0mm) (60.0mm) (30.0mm) 2.75 (69.9mm) 3.71 (94.2mm) 5.65 (143.5mm) Carrier Only 2.89 (73.4mm) 0.95 (24.1mm) 5.04 (128.0mm) 2.96 (75.2mm) Figure A-1: DE50 Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
  • Page 29: Figure A-2: De50 Adapter Bracket Physical Dimensions

    Some DE50 models do not include a 5.25” adapter bracket. 1.68 (42.7mm) 0.47 (12.0mm) 0.39 (10.0mm) 2.09 3.12 5.82 (53.0mm) (79.2mm) (147.8mm) 5.73 (145.5mm) 5.48 (139.2mm) Figure A-2: DE50 Adapter Bracket Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 30: Appendix B - Optional Accessories

    Appendix B - Optional Accessories USB 2.0 External Adapter Kit The Data Express DE50 USB 2.0 External Adapter Kit (P/N S21B124) allows a DE50 for Backup drive carrier to be docked for external use with a PC. Kit comes with carrier dock, USB 2.0 cable, and AC power adapter. An International Power Adapter Converter Kit (P/N S21B128) is available as an option.
  • Page 31: Carry Case

    10” long x 11” wide x 4.5” high, make it easy to carry and to store. The foam lining is contoured to fit a single Data Express carrier. Contact your StorCase dealer for further details and ordering information. 320FW_13 Figure B-2: Carrying Case StorCase Technology, Inc. DE50 for Backup User's Guide - Rev. D00...
  • Page 32: Reader's Comments

    Are there any changes you would like us to make, either with the hardware itself, or with the installation instructions? Everyone at StorCase Technology is working toward the goal of providing you with the highest quality, most cost effective, products available on the market, and we need your comments to guide our efforts.
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