CRU Forensic ComboDock v5 User Manual

Forensic

ComboDock™ v5

User Manual

Revised September 17, 2012

Features

• Dual mode: Write-block and Read/write

• Four separate host attachment options (USB 3.0, FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and

eSATA) for compatibility with virtually any computer

• Multiple LEDs indicate operational status, including disk activity, hidden area

detection, error state, and the status of power input and output

• LCD menu allows user to configure settings and view information on attached drives

• Detects and indicates hi dde n areas (HPAs or DCOs) found on hard drives

• Able to create HPAs and DCOs

• All-aluminum case for rugged durability and excellent heat dissipation

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1. Pre-Setup

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2. Setup

3. Menu Structure and Usage of Forensic ComboDock v5

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4. USB Mode Switch

5. Use with Combo Adapters

6. Frequently Asked Questions

7. Technical Specifications

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Table of Contents

1.1 Forensic ComboDock Accessories

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1.2 Identifying Parts

3.1 Select Mode

3.2 View Drive Info

3.3 View Dock Info

3.4 HPA/DCO Auto

3.5 Create HPA/DCO

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Forensic Device User Advisory

We recommend that you perform a final check on this product.
Prior to first use, please verify that the write-blocking function of this product is working properly. This is

easily done: attach a known good formatted drive, and verify that the drive mounts properly on your
computer. Use a drive that has data on it that you are willing to overwrite. Transfer files to the drive. The
files will appear to transfer to the drive. Thereafter, unmount the drive and remount the drive. The files
that you wrote to the drive should not appear after the drive is remounted. If they do appear, there is a
problem with your forensic device, and you should contact our support department for further instructions.

CRU support may be reached at:

[phone] (toll free)
[phone] (fax)

You can also contact us online through www.cru-dataport.com

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Contains

Number

FireWire 800 cable

1

FireWire 400 cable

1

eSATA cable

1

SATA drive attachment cable

1

IDE cable

1

Molex mini-fit to legacy power cable

1

A eSATA connector for connecting SATA drives

D FireWire 400 connector
H Power input from AC adapter

1. Pre-Setup

1.1 Check the accessories packaged with your Forensic ComboDock

Forensic ComboDock v5 ships with everything you need to get started. Please contact CRU if any items
are missing or damaged. The box should contain:

1.2 Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the parts of your new Forensic
ComboDock. This will aid you in the remaining steps.

E dual FireWire 800 connectors

F USB 3.0 connector
G eSATA connector

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AC adapter & power cord 1
USB 3.0 cable 1

Metal drive plate 1
Packet of screws and bumpers 1
Quick Start Guide and Warranty Info 1

B 4-pin square connector for power cable to the dr i ve
C 40-pin IDE header for external IDE cable attachment

I SATA power input
J USB mode switch (see section 4)

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