Stardom SOHORAID ST8-TB3 User manual
SOHORAID
User Manual
ST8-TB3
» ST8-TB3 User Manual................................................1
1. Environmental Requirements ............................................1
2. Product Appearance and Packaging Content ...................1
3. Hardware Requirements and Precautions ........................2
4. Hardware Installation.........................................................3
5. Troubleshooting Fan Errors...............................................4
6. Description of HDD Indicators ...........................................4
7. The MSU, and easy RAID configurator .............................4
8. Connect with other devices ...............................................10
9. Frequently Asked Questions .............................................11
» ST8-TB3 產品使用說明.............................................15
1. 環境需求 ............................................................................15
2. 產品外觀及包裝內容 ..........................................................15
3. 硬體需求與注意事項 ..........................................................16
4. 硬體安裝 ............................................................................17
5. 風扇故障狀況排除..............................................................17
6. 硬碟狀態指示燈號說明 ......................................................18
7. MSU 簡易設定 ...................................................................18
8. 與其他裝置連接說明 ..........................................................24
9. 常見問題 ............................................................................25
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1. Environmental Requirements
About this Manual
Thank you for choosing the STARDOM product. This manual will familiarize you with the STARDOM
ST8-TB3 product. We recommend reading through this manual before using the STARDOM ST8-
TB3 product. The information provided in this manual was checked before publication, but the actual
product specications may have changed before shipping; Latest product specications and updates
can be found at www.STARDOM.com.tw. No separate notications will be provided by our company. If
you would like to receive the latest STARDOM product information, manuals, and rmware, or have any
questions regarding STARDOM products, please contact your local supplier or visit www.STARDOM.
com.tw for more information.
All product-related content in this manual are copyrighted by RAIDON TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Operating Temperature: 0 ～40 ℃(32 ～104 ℉)
Storage Temperature : -20 ～47℃(-4 ～116 ℉)
Line Voltage : 100 ～240V AC
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2. Product Appearance and Packaging Content
The following items should be inside the package upon opening:
ST8-TB3
ST8-TB3 product x1 (containing HDD enclosure x8)
Thunderbolt™ 3 cable x1
Power cable x1
Handle x1
Quick Setup Guide x1
Screws and key
• Please check the product and accessories for any defect or missing parts. If you have any questions,
please contact your product supplier.
• Please visit the official website - Download page (http://www.stardom.com.tw/STARDOM2016/
download.php) to download drivers and other related resources.
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Front and rear view
3. Hardware Requirements and Precautions
1. This system can only transfer data to one computer through one interface at a time.
2. Please make sure that the hard drives are free from bad blocks or defects prior to installation in
order to avoid system crashes or data loss.
3. Whenever turning off or unplugging the ST8-TB3 from your computer system becomes necessary,
always remember to safely remove it from your operating system first.
4. When the ST8-TB3 is connected to the computer system, it's prohibited to remove, insert or swap
the hard drive while data transfer is being performed.
5. If you will be incorporating either software or hardware RAID functionality to operate with the ST8-
TB3, it is important to understand the RAID level and its component that will be incorporated and
the precautions to take as each RAID level and component may function differently and contains
various limitations.
6. The product needs to be restarted after adding or changing the RAID mode, and the update is
guaranteed to be the new RAID mode.
7. It is highly recommended for users to back up important data contained within the drives of the
ST8-TB3 on a regular basis or whenever the user feels necessary to a remote or a separate
storage device. STARDOM will not be responsible for any lost of data caused during the use of
the ST8-TB3 or the recovery of the data lost.
A. HDD access light
B. HDD enclosure handle
C. HDD enclosure keyhole
D. Power status light
E. System status light
F. Thunderbolt™ port
G. Mini DisplayPort
H. Power socket
I. Fan
J. Fan speed switch
K. Mute switch
L. Power switch
M. Anti-theft lock
Note:
If you do not have 8 HDDs, please follow the above HDD number sequence to
load all your in hand HDDs.
Hard Disk Location 0
Hard Disk Location 4
Hard Disk Location 2
Hard Disk Location 6
Hard Disk Location 1
Hard Disk Location 5
Hard Disk Location 3
Hard Disk Location 7
Front View Rear View
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4. Hardware Installation
Please follow the steps below to complete the hardware installation process:
When you open the package, please immediately check the product and included parts for
any damage or missing parts. If there is a problem with the product or included parts please
contact your supplier immediately.
Place the device on a flat, even surface. Make sure that the cooling fan is not blocked
and there is sufficient surrounding space for cooling. (Keep away from water or other
environments that may cause product damage)
Please insert the pin included with the parts pack into the keyhole to release the HDD
enclosure handle and remove the HDD enclosure.
Place the hard disk in the HDD enclosure and secure it in place with the included screws;
this will prevent damage to the hard disk from external vibration.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Step 9
Once the hard disk is installed, slide the enclosure into the system and close the handle.
Select the appropriate cable from the accessories pack depending on the interface. Connect
the ST8-TB3 backplate connection port to the corresponding port on the computer.
Connect the AC Power cable to the ST8-TB3. Plug the connector into the power socket then
start the system.
Your operating system will automatically detect available capacity once the device finishes
booting. Once the device has been detected, please follow instructions given by the
operating system and format the system. Once the hard disk has been formatted, the ST8-
TB3 can be used.
If the computer is unable to detect the system, please install the drivers from official website
(www.STARDOM.com.tw)
Note: Please avoid using hard disk drives from dierent manufacturers or dierent
models from the same manufacturer as this may impact system performance.
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7. The MSU, and easy RAID configurator
5. Troubleshooting Fan Errors
The ST8-TB3 includes a fan failure warning function. When the fan of the ST8-TB3 fails, the built-in
buzzer will sound. The red warning light on the front plate will also light up; If this happens, press the
mute switch at the back of the system to turn o the buzzer. Next, turn o power to the ST8-TB3 as
soon as possible to let the machine cool down. Check to make sure that the machine is placed in a
well-ventilated location with nothing obstructing the fan, also check to see if the ST8-TB3's fan has
stopped turning. Once the above checks have been completed, turn the power back on to continue
using this system. If this doesn't solve the problem, please contact the product supplier or STARDOM
for further technical assistance.
RAID 0, 1, 10 & JBOD
RAID 0, 1, 10 & JBOD
ST8-TB3 has two separate
RAID modes:
RAID 0, 1, 10 & JBOD.
6. Description of HDD Indicators
Status
System indicator Light
HDD Status Light Buzzer
Blue light Red light
No HDD detected Always on N/A Red light always on N/A
RAID failed Always on Flashing Red light always on YES
Data access Always on N/A Blue light flashing N/A
HDD idle Always on N/A Blue light always on N/A
Rebuilding data -
Source HDD Always on N/A Blue light flashing N/A
Rebuilding data -
Target HDD Always on N/A Blue light flashing N/A
Fan failure Always on Flashing Blue light always on YES
Overheat Always on Flashing Blue light always on YES
When reconstructing data, be sure to follow the Marvell Storage Utility (MSU)
for more information.
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1. Use your Windows username and password to log into the MSU. If you have a username but no
password, then leave the password field blank.
A. Set up RAID Mode (Taking RAID 0 as an example):
3. Click at the selected HDDs.
2. Click 【Operation】and 【Create RAID】.
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• The greater the value, the better the performance of large amounts of data transmission (such as
image editing, video editing, etc.);
• The smaller the value, the faster the random reading and writing (such as program startup, word
processing, frequent system read/write, etc.).
4. Select【RAID 0】.
5. Type Storage Name and Submit RAID setting, 【Initialize】option is set to 【Fast Initialization】,
and setup Stripe Size.
7. After submitting RAID setting and Click 【OK】
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P.S. VD is the abbreviation of Virture Disk.
7. After 【OK】, you get a New_VD.
8. To initiate and format HDD/SSD at OS level.
8. After completing the format, you couyld start using your ST8-TB3.
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B. Delete a RAID for a new RAID setting
1. Click 【Operation】and 【Delete】.
2. Click 【OK】at first warning message.
3. Click 【OK】at the second warning message.
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