StarTech.com SAT1810U2 User manual

Manual Revision: 05/11/2011

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SAT1810U2

1.8in USB to Micro SATA Hard Drive Enclosure

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.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Instruction Manual i

Table of Contents

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

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

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

Installation............................................................................................................................................................2

Hardware Installation..............................................................................................................................2

Driver Installation......................................................................................................................................3

Using the Enclosure.......................................................................................................................................4

Specications.....................................................................................................................................................5

Technical Support...........................................................................................................................................6

Warranty Information....................................................................................................................................6

Instruction Manual 1

Introduction

The StarTech.com 1.8” USB 2.0 to Micro SATA external hard drive enclosure allows you to turn a

1.8” Micro SATA hard drive or SSD into a portable external storage solution. Connected through

USB 2.0, this sturdy yet lightweight enclosure oers a cost-eective way to create an ultra

portable storage solution that is powered by USB, eliminating the need for additional power

adapters.

Packaging Contents

• 1 x SAT1810U2 enclosure

• 1 x USB cable

• 2 x Foam Pads for 5mm drives

• 1 x Carrying Pouch

• 1 x Package of Screws and Mini Screwdriver

• 1 x Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• USB enabled computer system with available USB port

• USB enabled operating system

• 1.8” Micro SATA hard drive/SSD (5mm or 8mm height)

Instruction Manual 2

Installation

WARNING: Hard drives require careful handling, especially when being transported. If you are

not careful with your hard disk, lost data may result. Always handle your hard drive and storage

device with caution.

Hardware Installation

1. Remove the small screw from the rear panel of the enclosure.

2. Open the top panel of the enclosure by pulling the plastic pull tab.

3. If using a 5mm drive, place the two foam pads on the bottom of the drive tray. The foam

pads are not required if using an 8mm drive.

Screw Driver

(included)

Rear Panel screw

Power/Activity LED

USB mini-B

connector

Pull Tab

Foam Pads

Instruction Manual 3

4. Place the drive into the tray and then slide the drive onto the connector.

5. Replace the top cover. The plastic pull tab may be removed, if desired.

6. Replace the screw in the rear panel.

7. Connect the USB cable from the enclosure to the computer system.

Driver Installation

No driver installation is required for any operating system that supports USB, as this enclosure

uses native drivers that are already installed.

Pull Tab

Instruction Manual 4

Using the Enclosure

Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003Vista/Server 2008 R2/7

If you are using a brand new hard drive that does not contain any data, then you will rst

need to prepare the hard drive for use. From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer”

(“Computer” in Vista/7), then select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select

Disk Management from the left window panel.

Locate the Disk that says it is “Unallocated”(check hard drive capacity to conrm it’s the correct

hard drive) and then right-click in the section that says “Unallocated”and select “New Partition”.

The New Partition Wizard will appear. Follow the instructions in the wizard to complete setting

up the drive. Once complete, the Disk should show up as “Healthy” with a drive letter assigned

(i.e. E:). This drive letter should now appear within My Computer.

If you are installing a hard drive that already has data on it, then after plugging it in, the drive

should automatically show up with a drive letter assigned within My Computer.

Instruction Manual 5

Specications

Bus Interface USB 2.0

Chipset ID Sunplus SPIF301

Connectors 1 x USB mini-B

LEDs 1 x Power/Activity

Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0: 480Mbps

Hard Drive Compatibility 1.8” Micro SATA HDD/SSD, with height

up to 8mm

Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F)

Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 85°C (-4°F ~ 185°F)

Humidity 5 ~ 90% RH

Dimensions (LxWxH) 96.0mm x 60.0mm x 12.0mm

Weight 30g

Instruction Manual 6

Technical Support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-ment 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.

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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and new — we can help you nd the parts that connect your solutions.

We make it easy to locate the parts, and we quickly deliver them wherever they

need to go. Just talk to one of our tech advisors or visit our website. You’ll be

connected to the products you need in no time.

Visit www.startech.com for complete information on all StarTech.com products

and to access exclusive resources and time-saving tools.

StarTech.com is an ISO 9001 Registered manufacturer of connectivity and technology

parts. StarTech.com was founded in 1985 and has operations in the United States,

Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan servicing a worldwide market.

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