Apricorn USB Storage Device User manual
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Table of ConTenTs
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1. Introduction ............................................................. 2
2. Getting to know your MicroKey .............................. 3
• System Requirements ................................. 3
• Package Contents ....................................... 3
3. Set-Up .................................................................... 5
• USB Installation .......................................... 5
• Special Features ........................................ 6
• OS Installation ............................................. 7
• Disconnecting .............................................. 8
9
• Cryptainer ................................................... 9
• Second Copy .............................................. 12
5. Technical Support ................................................. 15
• Frequently Asked Questions ....................... 15
• Troubleshooting ........................................
16
• Contact Information .................................... 17
• RMA Policy ................................................. 17
• Warranty ..................................................... 18
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Thank you for the purchase of your new USB MicroKey. Please take a few
moments to read this manual and familiarize yourself with the MicroKey and
all of the software programs that come with it.
The MicroKey is a tiny USB 2.0 disk drive, housed inside a protective
aluminum shell. It was engineered to be simple, small and fast, and it’s
unique design sets a new standard for mobile storage. The MicroKey stores
its data on tiny 1” Hard Drive, with up to 8GB of data storage. It connects to
any computer using a standard USB 2.0 port. This combination offers extra
storage capacity and ultra fast downloads in a small, simple device.
But portable storage should also be durable and secure, so the MicroKey
was designed to offer maximum protection from the outside world. The
Microdrive electronics are protected inside a crush-proof aluminum shell,
access.
This package includes the following items:
Apricorn USB MicroKey:
A USB 2.0 Removable hard drive; up to 8GB of storage, protected inside
a tiny, crush-proof Aluminum shell. The MicroKey comes with a soft
carrying case and USB extension cable
Cryptainer:
Second Copy:
Backup software for your MicroKey. Use this program to backup
1. InTrodUCTIon
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A. System Requirements
Hardware and Software requreiments:
- Pentium CPU (recommended)
- 128MBs RAM (recommended)
- USB Port (MicroKey supports USB 2.0, but
will work on USB 1.1 ports at slower speeds
- CD ROM drive
Operating systems supported:
Microsoft: Windows 2000
Windows XP
Apple: Mac OS 9.x (supports USB 1.1 mode only)
Mac OS X 10.x
2 GeTTInG To know yoUr MICrokey
B. Package Contents
CD-ROM
Cryptainer backup software
Second Copy backup software
Soft carrying case
MicroKey
USB extension cable
Data Transfer Rates:
Power Supply: Bus power only (+5V from standard USB
connector, no external power cable required)
Bus Interface: USB 2.0 (Mass storage class device )
Disk Interface: IDE (UDMA mode 2)
Buffer Size: 128KB
RPM: 3600
Average Seek Time: 12ms
Sustained IDE data rate:
Case: 2 piece Aluminum alloy
Shock - non operating: 2000G (half sine wave, 1ms)
Shock - operating: 200G (half sine wave, 2ms)
Weight: 75g (approx 2.5oz)
Dimensions:
Random vibration - operating: 0.67G (5-500Hz, RMS)
Random vibration - storage: 3.01G (5-500Hz RMS)
Max temp - operating: 0 to 70 C
Max temp - storage:
Max humidity: 8% - 90% (non condensing)
Approvals:
rules for radiated and conducted emission, Part 15,
Subpart B, for class B equipment.
The MicroKey USB controller has been tested by the
USB-IF, and is approved as a USB 2.0 “High Speed
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A. USB Installation
The MicroKey uses a standard USB “type A” connector, and can
connect to any USB1.1 or USB 2.0 port on your computer.
1) Locate a USB port on your Laptop or Desktop computer.
2) Insert the MicroKey into the USB port.
3) Wait a few moments for the OS
to install device drivers.
installed and the Microdrive is connected to your computer.
5) Optional Extension Cable
3. seT-Up
Use the optional extension cable if the USB ports
are located at the back of your desktop computer
(or if you just need extra space to work). Connect
the USB extension cable to the USB port, then
connect the MicroKey to the extension cable.
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The MicroKey also has a special
“swivel head” built into the USB
90 degrees in either direction.
If space between USB ports is
tight, rotate the swivel head so
you can connect the MicroKey
without removing other USB
devices.
Soft Carrying Case
When not in use, store the MicroKey in it’s soft carrying case. Your
MicroKey has an extremely strong aluminum alloy shell, but the soft
carrying case will provide added protection from dust, moisture and
scratches.
B. Special Features
Swivel Head Connector
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C. Windows 2000 / Windows XP Installation
Once installed correctly in the USB port, Windows will automatically
detect the MicroKey and initialize the drive. The MicroKey operates as
a standard “Mass Storage Class” USB device, and uses device drivers
already included in the operating system. When properly installed, the
are required. This process should only take a few seconds. When
in Windows “Device Manger.” When properly installed, you will see
D. Mac OS 9.X and 10.x Installation
Once installed correctly in the USB port, the Mac OS will automatically
detect the MicroKey and mount the drive. The Mac OS also uses “Mass
Storage Class” device drivers already included in the operating system,
and the installation is completely automatic. Once the installation is
complete, a new drive should appear on your Mac Desktop.
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E. Disconnecting the MicroKey
Windows 2000 and XP
1. Locate the system tray on your Windows Desktop (the system tray is the
part of the taskbar that displays the date and time).
2. Click on the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the system tray.
3. Follow the instructions to remove the device from your computer.
NOTE: To protect against unexpected data loss, Windows checks that
removed. If you receive an error message that says
“The device cannot
be stopped right now. Try stopping the device again later.”
Close all
the procedure.
Macintosh
1. Dismount the Drive by dragging the Drive icon into the trash can.
2. Wait a few seconds. Once the LED has turned off, you can safely remove
the MicroKey drive.
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