StarTech.com 8STSATDOCKU3S Manual de usuario
Manual Revision: 08/31/2016
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SATDOCKU3S
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to 2.5/3.5in
SATA HDD Docking Station
*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 dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Front View .................................................................................................................................................... 2
Rear View...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Installation ..............................................................................................3
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 3
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 3
Using the Storage Device....................................................................................................................... 4
Specications..........................................................................................6
Technical Support ..................................................................................7
Warranty Information............................................................................7
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Introduction
The StarTech.com SATDOCKU3S USB 3.0 Hard Drive Docking Station delivers full and
instant access to any 2.5” or 3.5”SATA hard drive (SATA 1.5/3.0Gbps), without having to
mount the drive inside a computer or install it into an external enclosure. Connected
through a single USB 3.0 SuperSpeed or USB 2.0 HighSpeed connection, the hard drive
docking station provides a convenient, plug-and-play storage solution.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x USB 3.0 HDD dock
• 1 x USB 3.0 cable
• 1 x universal power adapter (NA/JP, EU, UK, ANZ)
• 1 x instruction manual
System Requirements
• USB enabled computer system with available port
• 2.5” or 3.5” SATA drive
• Windows 2000/ XP(32/64-bit)/ Server 2003(32/64-bit)/ Vista(32/64-bit)/ 7(32/64-bit)/
8(32/64-bit) / Server 2008 R2, and Linux 2.6.31 and up
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Front View
Rear View
Power Button
Power/Activity LED
Hard Drive slot Hard Drive
Eject button
DC Power
connector
USB 3.0 type B
connector (Host)
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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 storage
devices with caution.
Hardware Installation
1. Connect the external power adapter from the hard drive dock to a power outlet.
2. Insert a 2.5”or 3.5”hard drive into the top loading slot. Make sure that the
connectors on the hard drive are facing the same corner of the slot that has a cutout
in the door. The label on the hard drive should face the front of the hard drive dock.
3. Connect the included USB cable from the hard drive dock to an available USB port
on the computer system. The computer can be on or o.
NOTE: A USB 2.0 A-B cable could also be used on the hard drive dock but will be
restricted to USB 2.0 speeds.
4. Press the power button on the top of the hard drive dock. The Power LED under the
power button should light up.
5. To remove the hard drive, make sure it is currently not being accessed by the
computer then unmount or uninstall the disk drive from the operating system (see
documentation for your operating system). Press the power button to turn o
the hard drive dock and wait for the drive to power down. Press the drive ejection
button on the top of the hard drive dock the release the drive. Then pull the drive
from the slot.
Driver Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8 and Linux
No driver installation is required for these operating systems, as this hard drive dock is
natively supported, so the drivers are already installed.
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Using the Storage Device
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8
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/7/8), 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 conrm it’s the
correct hard drive) and then right-click in the section that says “Unallocated” and select
“New Partition”.
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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.
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Specications
Bus Interface USB 3.0
Connectors 1 x USB 3.0 type-B
1 x DC Power
LEDs 1 x Power/Activity
Chipset ID ASMedia ASM1053
Maximum Data
Transfer Rate USB 3.0: 5Gbps
Compatible Hard Drives 2.5in/3.5in SATA hard disk drives
or solid state drives
Power Adapter 12VDC, 2.5A, center positive
Dimensions 145.0mm x 93.0mm x 65.0mm
Weight 410g
Compatible Operating
Systems
Windows 2000/ XP(32/64-bit)/ Server 2003(32/64-
bit)/ Vista(32/64-bit)/ 7(32/64-bit)/ 8(32/64-bit) /
Server 2008 R2, and Linux 2.6.31 and up
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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
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, 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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