StarTech.com 35BAYCF2IDE User manual

Manual Revision: 01/25/2012

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35BAYCF2IDE

35BAYCF2SAT

CompactFlash Card to IDE/SATA Adapter

with 3.5” Bay Enclosure

*actual product may vary from photos

Instruction Manual

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates,

uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there

is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment

does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by

one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver

is connected.

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Table of Contents

Introduction............................................................................................1

Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1

System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1

Front Panel Mount Conguration....................................................................................................... 2

Rear Slot Mount Conguration............................................................................................................ 2

Installation ..............................................................................................3

Front Panel Mount Installation............................................................................................................. 3

Rear Panel Mount Installation .............................................................................................................. 4

Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 4

Operating notes .....................................................................................5

Jumper Settings......................................................................................................................................... 5

Inserting a CompactFlash Card............................................................................................................5

Removing a CompactFlash Card ......................................................................................................... 5

Specications..........................................................................................6

Technical Support ..................................................................................7

Warranty Information............................................................................7

Instruction Manual

Introduction

Thank for purchasing a StarTech.com CompactFlash® Card adapter. This device

provides a stable platform for use with CompactFlash media, installed in either the

front or back of your computer based on individual needs, connected to the host

computer using either an IDE (35BAYCF2IDE) or SATA (35BAYCF2SAT) connection.

Packaging Contents

• 1 x CompactFlash Adapter

• 1 x 3.5” Front Bay Bracket

• 1 x Full Prole Expansion Slot Bracket

• 1 x Screw Kit

• 1 x Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• An available IDE connection (35BAYCF2IDE only)

• An available SATA connection (35BAYCF2SAT only)

• An available LP4 Molex (4-pin) power supply connection

• An available 3.5”drive bay slot (for front mount installation)

• An available full prole rear expansion slot (for rear mount installations)

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Front Panel Mount Conguration

Rear Slot Mount Conguration

CF Ejection tab

35BAYCF2IDE pictured

35BAYCF2SAT pictured

Master/Slave

jumper

40-pin IDE

connector

44-pin IDE

connector

SP4 Power

connector

SATA

connector

CF Ejection tab

Activity LED

SP4 Power

connector

Expansion Card Bracket

(optional)

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Installation

Front Panel Mount Installation

To install the CompactFlash adapter into the front panel of the computer:

1. Power down the computer.

2. Remove both sides of the computer case (tower), allowing easy access to the front

panel 3.5” drive bay you wish to use (see your computer’s user manual for details, if

necessary).

3. Remove a 3.5”drive bay panel from the front of the computer case (consult your

computer’s user manual for details, if necessary).

4. Fasten the CompactFlash Adapter to the base of the front panel bracket, ensuring

the card slot provided by the adapter is accessible through the opening in the front

of the bracket, using the screws provided.

5. Insert the bracket into the empty drive bay created in step 3, aligning the screw

holes provided by the computer case with the screw holes on the side of the

bracket. Fasten the bracket to the computer case using standard screws (typically,

these screws are provided with the computer case, however StarTech.com oers

a variety of screws and fasteners that would be suitable for this task. Please see

Accessories available from StarTech.com for a listing of available screws.

6. Connect an available SP4 power connector (provided by computer power supply),

to the power port on the CompactFlash adapter.

7. Connect the SATA (for 35BAYCF2SAT) or IDE (for 35BAYCF2IDE) port on the

CompactFlash adapter to an available SATA or IDE connector on the motherboard,

using a standard SATA or IDE cable. Please note that there are two options for IDE

connection, using either a 40-pin or 44-pin connector, based on your motherboard

requirements.

8. Replace the computer case sides. Once the case has been secured, power on the

computer. The CompactFlash adapter is now ready to use.

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Rear Panel Mount Installation

To install the CompactFlash adapter into the rear panel of the computer:

1. Power down the computer.

2. Remove the computer cover to provide easy access to the internal components of

the computer. For more detailed instruction on how to perform this step, please

refer to the documentation that was included with your computer at the time of

purchase.

3. Using the screws provided, fasten the CompactFlash adapter to the rear bracket.

4. Once the CompactFlash adapter is secured to the rear slot bracket provided,

connect an available SP4 power connector (provided by computer power supply), to

the power port on the CompactFlash adapter.

5. Connect the SATA (for 35BAYCF2SAT) or IDE (for 35BAYCF2IDE) port on the

CompactFlash adapter to an available SATA or IDE connector on the motherboard

as appropriate, using a standard SATA or IDE cable (as appropriate). Please note that

there are two options for IDE connection, using either a 40-pin or 44-pin connector,

based on your motherboard requirements.

6. Once the CompactFlash adapter is secured to the rear slot bracket provided,

connect an available SP4 power connector (provided by computer power supply), to

the power port on the CompactFlash adapter.

7. Remove a rear slot plate allowing the adapter to be inserted through the remaining

slot. Connect the rear bracket (with CompactFlash adapter attached) to the rear

panel of the computer case, as you would an expansion card.

8. Restore power to the computer. The CompactFlash adapter is now ready for use.

Driver Installation

No driver or software installation is required.

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Operating notes

CAUTION: Please note that 35BAYCF2IDE and 35BAYCF2SAT require that the host

computer be shut down when the CompactFlash card being used is inserted or

removed. Removing or inserting a CompactFlash card while the computer is powered

on could result in lost data or physical damage to the card or the card reader.

Jumper Settings

Please note that 35BAYCF2IDE allows you to select Master or Slave designation for the

connected CompactFlash card, using an onboard jumper. Once you have determined

which setting you wish to use, simply locate the jumper on the adapter and adjust.

Inserting a CompactFlash Card

1. To begin using your CompactFlash cards with the CompactFlash Adapter, power

down the host computer.

2. Insert the CompactFlash card into the slot provided by the adapter.

3. Restore power to the host computer. Once the operating system is fully booted,

you will be able to access your newly installed storage, in My Computer.

Removing a CompactFlash Card

To remove a CompactFlash card from the adapter:

1. Power down the host computer.

2. Press the Ejection tab until the CompactFlash card is released from the adapter. Pull

the card from the adapter.

3. Restore power to the computer.

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Specications

35BAYCF2IDE 35BAYCF2SAT

Host Interface IDE/ATA SATA revision 1.0

Form Factor 3.5in Front Bay,

Expansion Card Slot (Full Prole)

Connectors

1 x 40 pin IDE male

1 x 44 pin IDE male

1 x 4 SP4 Power male

1 x CompactFlash Slot

1 x 7 pin SATA male

1 x SP4 Power male

1 x CompactFlash Slot

LEDs N/A 1 x Power/Activity

Compatible Media CompactFlash Type I/II, Hitachi® Microdrive®

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Technical Support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to

provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit

www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,

documentation, and downloads.

For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two year warranty.

In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials

and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.

During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with

equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.

StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from

misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the

actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation

of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions

contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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