Acomdata DRIVEPOD Manual de instrucciones

QuickStart

Installation Guide

For the DrivePod™

External USB 2.0

Hard Drive

Windows & Mac

Please retain this guide.

Ultra-Portable External

FireWire Hard Drives

Small enough to fit into your

shirt pocket!

External FireWire

Tape Back-up Drives

Remote Wireless

Presentation Mouse

USB 2.0 Hub

USB 2.0 PCI Adapter Card

FireWire PCI Adapter Card

Multi-FLASH!

Memory Card Reader

External USB device reads and

writes all 6 major flash memory

card formats.

mini-FLASH!

Memory Card Reader

External USB device reads and

writes a single flashcard format

Multi Media Viewer

View digital photos on your TV

directly from your CompactFlash

or Smartmedia card

OTHER AWARD-WINNING

ACOMDATA PRODUCTS FOR YOUR

WINDOWS PC & MACINTOSH:

WELCOME TO THE

ROCKETPOD REVOLUTION . . . . . . . . . .2

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . . . . .5

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES LIST . . . . . . .7

DRIVEPOD AT A GLANCE . . . . . . . . . . .8

INSTALLING THE DRIVEPOD . . . . . . . .10

CONNECTING THE DRIVEPOD

TO YOUR COMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . .11

INSTALLATION FOR

WINDOWS 98/ME USERS . . . . . . .12

INSTALLATION FOR

WINDOWS 2000/XP USERS . . . . .15

INSTALLATION FOR

MAC OS 9 USERS . . . . . . . . . . . .17

INSTALLATION FOR

MAC OS 10 USERS . . . . . . . . . . .19

INSTALLATION FOR MULTIPLE OS/

CROSS-PLATFORM USAGE . . . . . . . . .21

WINDOWS 98/ME

AND 2000/XP . . . . . . . . . . . .21

WINDOWS 98/ME AND

MAC OS 9/10 . . . . . . . . . . . .22

WINDOWS 2000/XP AND

MAC OS 9/10 . . . . . . . . . . . .22

HOW TO SAFELY DISMOUNT AND

TURN OFF THE DRIVEPOD . . . . . . . . .24

STACKING DRIVEPODS . . . . . . . . . . .26

HOW TO STACK DRIVEPODS . . . . . . . .27

STACKING THREE OR MORE DRIVEPODS . .28

REMOVING DRIVEPODS FROM A STACK . .30

USING THE CONNECTOR CAP . . . . . . . .32

USING YOUR DRIVEPOD . . . . . . . . . .33

TROUBLESHOOTING/FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS (FAQS) .. . . . . . . . . . .35

GLOSSARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . .40

CONTENTS

WELCOME TO THE

ROCKETPOD REVOLUTION . . . . . . . . . .2

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . . . . .5

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES LIST . . . . . . .7

DRIVEPOD AT A GLANCE . . . . . . . . . . .8

INSTALLING THE DRIVEPOD . . . . . . . .10

CONNECTING THE DRIVEPOD

TO YOUR COMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . .11

INSTALLATION FOR

WINDOWS 98/ME USERS . . . . . . .12

INSTALLATION FOR

WINDOWS 2000/XP USERS . . . . .15

INSTALLATION FOR

MAC OS 9 USERS . . . . . . . . . . . .17

INSTALLATION FOR

MAC OS 10 USERS . . . . . . . . . . .19

INSTALLATION FOR MULTIPLE OS/

CROSS-PLATFORM USAGE . . . . . . . . .21

WINDOWS 98/ME

AND 2000/XP . . . . . . . . . . . .21

WINDOWS 98/ME AND

MAC OS 9/10 . . . . . . . . . . . .22

WINDOWS 2000/XP AND

MAC OS 9/10 . . . . . . . . . . . .22

HOW TO SAFELY DISMOUNT AND

TURN OFF THE DRIVEPOD . . . . . . . . .24

STACKING DRIVEPODS . . . . . . . . . . .26

HOW TO STACK DRIVEPODS . . . . . . . .27

STACKING THREE OR MORE DRIVEPODS . .28

REMOVING DRIVEPODS FROM A STACK . .30

USING THE CONNECTOR CAP . . . . . . . .32

USING YOUR DRIVEPOD . . . . . . . . . .33

TROUBLESHOOTING/FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS (FAQS) .. . . . . . . . . . .35

GLOSSARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . .40

CONTENTS

WELCOME TO THE

ROCKETPOD REVOLUTION

RocketPod represents nothing less than a revolution in computer peripherals.

With innovative technology, unparalleled ease-of-use, and powerful fea-

tures––not to mention avant-garde styling––RocketPod will change the

world of computer peripherals and vastly expand the “digital domains” of com-

puter users everywhere.

Patented Stack&Play™ System

Every RocketPod peripheral is equipped

with the exclusive, patented Stack&Play

connection system. The Stack&Play sys-

tem allows users to stack RocketPod

peripherals without the need for additional

data cables or power cords. (See “Stacking

DrivePods” on page 26 for full details.) The

Stack&Play connectors securely and safely

relay data signals and power between stacked

RocketPod peripherals.

All RocketPod peripherals are also equipped with standard data and power

connections. This means that a RocketPod peripheral can function either as a

stand-alone unit or as a module in an integrated RocketPod stack.

Stack&Play

Connectors

The AcomData name and its logos are registered

trademarks of AcomData. "RocketPod",

“DrivePod”, "Stack & Play" and the RocketPod

logo are trademarks used under license by

AcomData. All other trademarks and logos are

the property of their respective owners.

This product is protected by one or more granted

patents and pending patent applications,

including U.S. Pat. Nos. 6,379,191, D445,800

and D448,031.

Prices and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

For more information about AcomData or

AcomData products, visit us on the web at

www.acomdata.com.

PO BOX 5499

Diamond Bar, California

91765-7499

RocketPod Blasts Off!

DrivePod is just the first product in what will be an extensive, growing RocketPod

line. Each new RocketPod peripheral will add another level of hi-performance

functionality to your computer system:

DockPod– Docking Station for RocketPod peripherals.

Most demanding RocketPod users won’t want to be

without it. DockPod offers greater flexibility, versatility

and extra expansion options:

• DockPod supplies enough power for up to five

stacked-on RocketPod modules;

• With DockPod, every one of your RocketPod modules

can operate completely without wires;

• With DockPod, you can combine USB 2.0 and

FireWire RocketPod peripherals in the same stack;

• With DockPod, you can connect a whole host of non-

RocketPod devices, such as a printer, digital camera,

and scanner to your computer via DockPod’s built-in

USB 2.0 and FireWire hub.

NASPod (Network Attached Storage) –With NASPod, you can make a

DrivePod accessible over an Ethernet network. Advanced security features will

allow you to assign different levels of user access.

This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been

altered or removed from the Product.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE

EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ACOMDATA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE

FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE,

STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY RELATED TO THIS PRODUCT.

SUCH DAMAGE INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS

OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT,

DOWN TIME AND PURCHASER’S TIME. EXCEPT TO THE EXTEND PROHIBITED

BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN

DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long on implied warranty

lasts, so the above limitation or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty

gives you specific rights; you may have other rights which vary from state to

state.

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An example of a RocketPod

stack, featuring three

RocketPod modules stacked

onto a DockPod Docking

Station. With DockPod you can

stack on up to 5 modules and

mix USB 2.0 and FireWire

modules in the same stack.

to any one who subsequently purchases the Product from you.

Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale (which is evidence that the Product

is within the warranty period) must be presented to obtain warranty service.

To obtain warranty service you must take the Product, or deliver the Product

freight prepaid, in either it's original packaging, or in a package that provides the

Product with a degree of protection equivalent to that of the original packaging,

to AcomData. Please contact AcomData at the number listed on the reverse

side for further information.

AcomData is not responsible for any damage to, or loss of, any programs, data,

or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product serviced

hereunder. Be sure to remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and

attachments not under warranty prior to returning the Product to AcomData.

AcomData is not liable for any loss or damage to these items.

This limited warranty does not cover: (1) any consumables (such as batteries)

supplied with this product; cosmetic damages; damage or loss to any software

programs, data or removable storage media; or damage due to the Product

such as but not limited to excessive heat or humidity, or modifications of this

Product; (2) improper installation, operation, testing or maintenance of this

Product; (3) power failure or connection to improper voltage supply; or; (4)

attempted repair by any party other than AcomData. This Warranty does not

apply when the malfunction results from the use of this Product in conjunction

with accessories, products or ancillary or peripheral equipment, or where it is

determined by AcomData that there is no fault with this Product itself.

A/VPod – Watch digital video and photos stored on your DrivePod directly on

your TV. Connect to your stereo system and play hundreds of CDs worth of

music from a single, portable, purely digital source.

DVDPod – With this sleek, portable DVD-RW drive you can create movies

that you can watch on most home DVD players. Easily share large files with

colleagues. Store sophisticated presentations that you can run on other com-

puters. Backup and archive files on robust optical media.

BluePod – Eliminate the rest of your cables with this Bluetooth receiver for all

of your compatible Bluetooth peripherals.

RocketPod Advantages:

• Create a customized, modular peripherals solution using a variety of inter-

changeable, RocketPod modules;

• Greatly expand the power and functionality of your existing computer system;

• Eliminate the “rats nest” of wires you get with other peripherals, and use up

fewer data ports and electrical outlets;

• The ultra-compact size of RocketPod peripherals and quick connect/discon-

nect capability make RocketPod ideal as a portable storage solution.

Check our web site at www.acomdata.com for information on these and

other exciting up-coming RocketPod peripherals.

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Important Note:

The DrivePod External USB 2.0 Hard Drive is compatible with both USB

2.0 and USB 1.x. However, in order to reach USB 2.0 speeds, you must

have a computer or host adapter card that supports USB 2.0. If you do

not have a built-in USB 2.0 port and you do not wish to install a USB 2.0

host adapter card, you can connect the drive to a USB 1.x port; however,

the drive will operate at USB 1.x speeds.

Minimum System Requirements for PC

• Pentium-based PC with 233 MHz or faster CPU

• Windows 98, ME, 2000, or XP

• 32 MB RAM

• Built-in available USB port, or a USB expansion card

Note: Windows 98 First Edition does not support USB 2.0. The DrivePod

will operate at USB 1.x speeds on computers running Windows 98 First

Edition. Windows 98 Second Edition, ME, 2000 and XP support USB 2.0.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

AcomData warrants this product (the "Product") against defects in material

or workmanship as follows:

1. LABOR: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase from

AcomData or its local representative supplier, AcomData will repair defective

Product (or, at its option, replace with a new or recertified product) at no

charge. After this 1 year period, you must pay for all labor charges.

2. PARTS: For a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase from

AcomData or its local representative supplier, AcomData will supply, at no

charge, new or rebuilt replacement parts in exchange for defective parts of this

Product. Any replacement parts will be warranted for the remainder of the

original warranty period or ninety(90) days from installation by AcomData. All

exchanged parts replaced under this warranty will become the property of

AcomData.

This warranty only covers the hardware components packaged with the Product.

This warranty does not cover any software contained in, or included with, the

Product; any such software is provided "AS IS". Please refer to any

documentation included with the software for your rights and obligations with

respect to the software.

This warranty extends only to you, the original purchaser. It is not transferable

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MINIMUM

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Mb (Megabit) - One million bits.

Mbps (Megabits per second) - A data transmission speed of one million bits

per second. Data transmissions are typically measured in bits (kilobits,

megabits etc) per second.

MB (Megabyte) - 1,048,576 bytes.

Operating System (OS) - Software that controls the assignment and use of

hardware and application software resources.

Peripheral - A generic term for hard drives, printers, scanners and other dis-

creet devices that add functionality to a computer.

Port - A connection which enables compatible peripherals to send and receive

data.

Software - A set of instructions that enable the computer to perform re-pro-

grammed functions in the order specified by the user.

Storage - Any equipment which stores data, such as hard drives, CDs, and

DVDs.

USB (Universal Serial Bus) - An interface technology for the serial transmis-

sion of digital data. The original USB standard (USB 1) could transmit data at

speeds up to 12 Mbps. USB 2.0 has a maximum throughput of 480 Mbps –

40 times faster than USB 1.

Minimum System Requirements for Mac

• Power Macintosh (G5, G4, Blue & White G3) iBook or iMac

• Mac OS 9.0 or higher

• Built-in available USB port or a USB expansion card

Note: Mac OS 9 does not support USB 2.0. The DrivePod will operate at

USB 1.x speeds on computers running Mac OS 9.

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The package should include the following items:

• DrivePod External USB 2.0 Hard Drive

• USB cable

• AC adapter and power cord

• Connector Cap

• USB 2.0 Installation CD (required for Windows 98 and ME)

• QuickStart Installation Guide

• Warranty Registration Card

Important Notes:

• If you are missing any items listed above, please STOP and contact

Customer Service via email at [email protected] or call

1-800-470-4495 or (909) 348-0680.

• Please retain a copy of your receipt. You will need it if warranty repair

service is required in the future.

GLOSSARY

Bit - The smallest unit of digital data. In binary code, a bit is represented logi-

cally as a either 1 or a 0.

Buffer - RAM cache that temporarily stores data so it can be delivered to a

device as it is needed.

Bus - An electronic link that allows the transmission of data between digital

devices, such as computers and computer peripherals.

Byte - A unit of digital information, usually made up of eight bits.

Data Stream - The flow of data between digital devices such as computers

and hard drives.

Driver - Software that enables communication between a computer and a

peripheral.

Gigabyte - 1,024 Megabytes, or approximately one billion bytes. The capacity

of most hard drives is usually measured in Gigabytes.

Hardware - Physical components of a computer system (computer, hard

drives, printers, etc.)

Hub - A device which links peripherals together onto the same bus.

Interface - Junction between two items of hardware or software for the

exchange of data.

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PARTS AND ACCESSORIES LIST

For Further Troubleshooting/Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Please register your product on our web site at: www.acomdata.com.

2. Consult the expanded Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on our web site,

as they are likely to resolve the issue.

3. If the issue you are having is still not resolved by using our FAQs, please

contact Technical Support via e-mail through the Support section or simply

send an email to techsuppor[email protected].

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Stack&Play™ Connector

See “Stacking DrivePods” on page 26

for stacking instructions.

Power

Indicator Light

Data Light

Lights up when the drive

is reading or writing data

Power Button

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