Vantec NexStar-DX User manual

USER’S MANUAL

RoHS

eSATA Bracket Included

Package Contents:

15.25” NexStar®DX Enclosure

2Power Cable

3eSATA Cable

5SATA to eSATA Bracket

4USB Cable

6CD Driver

7Installation Screws

8User’s Manual

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SATA

NexStar DX EXTERNAL 5.25” SATA ENCLOSURE

USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE

USER’SMANUAL

1. Introduction ................................................................................................................02

2. Specifications / Features

NexStar® DX EXTERNAL 5.25”SATA ENCLOSURE USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE .............................03

3. System Requirements ......................................................................................04

4. Parts Layout

NexStar® DX EXTERNAL 5.25”SATA ENCLOSURE USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE...............................05

5. Installation

NexStar® DX EXTERNAL 5.25” SATA ENCLOSURE USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE

5.1. Hardware Installation................................................................................................06

5.2 Driver Installation......................................................................................................09

7. Warranty .........................................................................................................................10

8. Contact .............................................................................................................................10

Table of Contents

Table of Contents:

Introduction

NST-530SU

1. Introduction:

With the Vantec NexStar®DX External 5.25" Enclosure,

you can easily add any 5.25" optical drive to your

existing system. The NexStar®DX connects to your

computer through USB 2.0 & eSATA, offering speeds

up to 480Mbps-1.5Gbps and even supports Blu-Ray

drives! The NexStar® DX is perfect for anyone looking

to add any 5.25" device, such as a DVD burner, to any

notebook or desktop computer. Because you don't

have to open your computer, you will not have to

worry about voiding your existing warranty or dealing

with messy wires. The integrated fan and aluminum

case keeps your device cool and operating at optimum

conditions. The NexStar®DX External 5.25" Enclosure

is the smart way to upgrade any computer.

NexStar DX EXTERNAL 5.25” SATA ENCLOSURE

USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE

Specifications/Features

2. Specifications/Features:

Specifications:

• Model: NST-530SU

• Device Support: CD-ROM/R/RW, DVD-ROM/R/RW, Blu-Ray

• Device Size: 5.25”

• Internal Interface: Serial ATA

• External Interface: USB 2.0 / eSATA

• Power Supply: AC Adapter

• Transfer Rate: USB 2.0 (Up to 480Mbps)

eSATA (Up to 1.5Gbps)

• Material: Aluminum

• Dimensions: 252 x 172 x 49 mm

• Transfer Rates Up to 480Mbps w/USB 2.0

• Transfer Rates Up to 1.5Gbps w/eSATA

• Easily Add a 5.25” SATA Device to Any System with USB or eSATA

• Blu-Ray Drive Compatible

• Hot-Swappable: Plug & Play Without Rebooting

• Integrated Cooling Fan

• Easy Installation Without Opening Your Computer

• Aluminum Casing

Features:

Power Switch

Fan

SATA

Power Connection

USB 2.0 Port

eSATA Port

Audio Port

3. System Requirements:

System Requirements

Intel Pentium II 266 MHz-compatible

Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista.

1. 64MB RAM or higher

2. USB-equipped system with available

USB port

3. eSATA-equipped system with available

eSATA port

4. For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must

support USB 2.0 specifications.

5. For SATA, the system must support SATA

specifications.

Mac G3 processor & greater

Mac OS 9.x & greater

1. 64MB RAM or higher

2. USB-equipped system with available

USB port

3. eSATA-equipped system with available

eSATA port

4. For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must

support USB 2.0 specifications.

5. For SATA, the system must support SATA

specifications.

NexStar DX EXTERNAL 5.25” SATA ENCLOSURE

USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE

4. Parts Layout:

Parts Layout

Audio Cable

Aluminum Housing SATA Cable

Power Cable

NexStar DX EXTERNAL 5.25” SATA ENCLOSURE

USB 2.0/eSATA INTERFACE

5. Installation:

Installation

(1) Remove the back plate from the enclosure.

( Figure 5.1-A )

( Figure 5.1-B )

( Figure 5.1-C )

(2) Slide the tray out from the housing.

( Figure 5.1-B )

(3) Insert the 5.25" device into the enclosure.

( Figure 5.1-C )

5.25” Device

5.1. Hardware Installation:

Installation

(6) Align the device so that the front of the device

is flushed with the front of the NexStar® DX.

( Figure 5.1-F )

( Figure 5.1-E )

( Figure 5.1-F )

(5) Tighten the 4 screws on both sides of 5.25” device.

( Figure 5.1-E )

Audio Cable

SATA Cable

Audio PortSATA Port

( Figure 5.1-D )

(4) Connect the SATA and power cable to the device

as shown. ( Figure 5.1-D )

Installation

Using the Audio Jack:

1) If you have connected the audio cable to your 5.25"

device, you can access the audio through the Audio

Jack, labeled "AUDIO" as pictured on the right. Using

a standard 3.5mm plug, youcan connect the

Nexstar® DX to a pair of headphones or to a speaker

setup. ( Figure 5.1-H )

( Figure 5.1-H )

(7) Slide the housing back onto the tray and attach

with the screws provided. ( Figure 5.1-G )

( Figure 5.1-G )

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