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Page 1: Getting Started
Getting Started For more information visit www.caldigit.com... - Page 2 CalDigit VR2 RAID 1 PROTECTED Apple, Apple Logo, Mac, the Mac logo and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Inc. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Logos are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CalDigit VR2 Front Panel CalDigit VR2 Rear Panel Installing the CalDigit VR2 LCD Menu Overview LCD Display Information CalDigit VR2 LCD Menu Tree Overview RAID Tool Feature Overview Con guring your RAID Using the LCD Menu Using RAID Tool Accessories and Parts Technical Support &... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for choosing the CalDigit VR2. The CalDigit VR2 is the most complete two drive RAID system on the market today. It o ers unmatched performance, impressive connectivity and superior quality all in a sleek and easily upgradeable enclosure that is both portable and functional. -
Page 5: General Use Warnings
Keep the VR2 away from liquids and moisture. Direct application of liquids on the VR2 can result in electric shock, re hazard and damage the unit. If your VR2 gets wet while it is still o , do not turn it on. -
Page 6: Tech Specs
Windows XP or later, Mac OS 10.5 or later Notes: Downloadable versions of the user manual & drivers are available on the CalDigit support page. http://www.caldigit.com/support.asp Burst transfer rates will vary from one computer to another. Depending on the host con guration, average speeds are usually lower. -
Page 7: Package Contents
6. CalDigit Driver & Manual CD 7. (One) Power supply kit Please contact your CalDigit reseller for any faulty or missing parts. Congratulations on your purchase of this CalDigit product! To make the most of your storage investment you can purchase the CalDigit Extended Warranty. -
Page 8: Caldigit Vr2 Overview
Power Button CalDigit VR2 Rear Panel Drive Module A0 Drive Key Hole Drive Module A1 Power Security Lock* eSATA USB 3.0 FireWire *Security lock (lock is not included) Use a standard computer lock to secure the CalDigit VR2 and prevent theft. -
Page 9: Installing The Caldigit Vr2
CalDigit VR2 mount and it's ready to use. To change the RAID level or to customize your CalDigit VR2 use the LCD or CalDigit’s RAID Tool software. For further instructions see the Con guring your RAID section of this manual. -
Page 10: Lcd Menu Overview
2. This mode can also be used to read a single drive from a RAID 1 mirror, however once used the RAID 1 mirror cannot be restored. Clear RAID Info Clears the RAID table information on the CalDigit VR2 and both drives. - Page 11 Turn the access LED lights on or o . Auto rebuild on/o Turn the auto rebuild function of the VR2 on or o . Auto rebuild is used when the CalDigit VR2 is used in RAID 1 and a new CalDigit drive module is inserted.
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Page 12: Caldigit Vr2 Lcd Menu Tree Overview
CalDigit VR2 Menu Tree Overview CalDigit Menu SYSTEM PROFILE CREATE RAID MISC. CONFIG STATUS CREATE RAID 0 BEEPER ON/OFF SERIAL NUMBER CREATE RAID 1 TURBO MODE ON/OFF FIRMWARE VERSION CREATE SPAN JAPANESE LANGUAGE SYSTEM TEMP CREATE JBOD BOOT OPTION 1/2... -
Page 13: Raid Tool Feature Overview
RAID con guration Create RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD or SPAN. Email con guration Error logging system set up. When an error occurs, the CalDigit VR2 will automatically send out the log to the system administrator via email. Internet connection required. - Page 14 Obtain current environmental data for the CalDigit VR2. Event Log Displays log of all CalDigit VR2 events. Firmware update Manually update the CalDigit VR2 Firmware, to add new features or bug xes. MISC. Con guration Set RAID Tool password protection, LCD con g enable/disable, beeper enable/disable and VR2 nickname to customize LCD with personalized message.
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Page 15: Con Guring Your Raid
If you wish to create your RAID from the LCD, please follow the steps below. Turn on the CalDigit VR2. Press the right button next to the LCD panel. Press the button one more time when the LCD displays Create RAID. Con rm by pressing the left button. - Page 16 The CalDigit VR2 will restart automatically. Please restart your computer. The CalDigit VR2 will display the new RAID setting. It can be veri ed via RAID Tool or the LCD. Once the computer has restarted a message will appear asking you to initialize your CalDigit VR2.
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Page 17: Using Raid Tool
Note: the bottom of the RAID Tool will show you di erent RAID con gurations. Choose the desired RAID level and click "Yes" to proceed. Press "No" to cancel. WARNING: Changing RAID level will cause all data on the array to be lost. The CalDigit VR2 will now update its settings and restart automatically. - Page 18 Once the computer has restarted a message will appear asking you to initialize your CalDigit VR2. • Disk Utility will launch and allow you to format the CalDigit VR2. If you do not see this message, simply launch Disk Utility which can be found in the Applications >...
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Page 19: Accessories And Parts
Part # FASTA-6GU3 SKU # 791902 CalDigit 2 port eSATA 6G host card Part # FASTA-2e SKU # 727100 CalDigit 2 port eSATA 6G Express Card for Laptop Part # FASTA-2ex SKU # 726101 CalDigit eSATA Extender Part # CBeSATA-Extender SKU # 704113... -
Page 20: Technical Support & Warranty Information
Technical Support & Warranty Information Technical Support If you run into any issues while installing your CalDigit VR2 please contact CalDigit Technical Support: support@caldigit.com www.caldigit.com/support.asp 1 (714) 572-6668 (North & South America) +44 (0) 845 835 0372 (UK and Europe) - Page 21 CalDigit VR2 Manual v1.0 www.caldigit.com © 2012 CalDigit, Inc. All Rights Reserved...