SATDOCKU3S
Instruction Manual
USB 3.0 Hard Drive Docking
Station
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA
Hard Drive Docking Station for
2.5”/3.5” SATA Hard Drives
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
Specifications.................................................................. 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 SATDOCKU3S hard drive docking station
• 1 x USB 3.0 A-B cable
• 1 x Universal Power Adapter
• 3 x Power Adapter Cord (NA/UK/EU)
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• USB enabled computer system with available port
• 2.5” or 3.5” SATA 1.5/3.0Gbps hard drive
• Microsoft Windows® 2000/XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit), or Linux
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Front View
Hard Drive
Eject button
Hard Drive slot
Power
Button
Power/Activity
LED
Rear View
USB 3.0 type B
connector (Host)
DC Power
connector
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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 off.
NOTE: A USB 2.0 A-B cable could also be used on the hard drive
dock.
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 off 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 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
If you are using a brand new hard drive that does not contain any data,
then you will first 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 confirm 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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Specifications
Bus Interface
USB 3.0
1 x USB 3.0 type-B
1 x DC Power
Connectors
LEDs
Chipset ID
1 x Power/Activity
LucidPort USB300
USB 3.0: 5Gbps
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
2.5” or 3.5” SATA 1.5/3.0Gbps
with capacity up to 2TB
(500GB for 2.5”)
Compatible Hard Drives
Power Adapter
Dimensions
Weight
12VDC, 2.5A, center positive
145.0mm x 93.0mm x 65.0mm
410g
Compatible Operating
Systems
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7
(32/64-bit), Linux
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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
our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and
downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one 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 officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages
(whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, 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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