CRU RAX425DC-XJ User Manual

RAX425DC-XJ

User Manual

Features

• Quick ingestion or duplication of DCP

• Accepts up to four CRU® DX115DC carriers

• Rugged and reliable all-metal construction

• Auto Start feature powers up the drive carrier seconds after
insertion without having to push the power button

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Table of Contents

Section Page Number

1 General Information 3

1.1 Package Contents 3

1.2 Identifying Parts 3

1.3 LED Behavior 4

1.4 Warnings and Notices 4

2 Installation Steps 5

2.1 RAX425DC-XJ Setup 5

2.2 Drive Installation 5

3 Operating Your RAX425DC-XJ 5

4 Usage with Windows and macOS Operating Systems 6

4.1 Usage with Windows Operating Systems 6

4.1.1 Format a Drive 6

4.1.2 Mount and Unmount Volumes 8

4.2 Usage with macOS 9

4.2.1 Format a Drive 9

4.2.2 Mount and Unmount Volumes 10

5 Frequently Asked Questions 10

Technical Specifications 12

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1 General Information

1.1 Package Contents

The following list contains the items that are included in the complete configuration for this device.

Please contact CRU if any items are missing or damaged.

Item Quantity

RAX425DC-XJ Enclosure 1

Power Cord 1

Key Set 1

Screw Kit 1

Quick Start Guide 1

1.2 Identifying Parts

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the parts of the product. This will help you to better under-

stand the following instructions.

Front

DX115DC Frame

DX115DC Frame

DX115DC Frame DX115DC Frame

RAX

Power Switch

RAX

Power LED

Frame Power LED*
Frame Drive

Activity LED*

Frame Power
Switch*

SFF-8088
Connector

Power

Connector

PSU Power Switch

Cooling Fan

PSU Cooling Fan

Cooling Fan

Rear

*Each DX115DC frame has one (1) Frame Power LED, one (1) Frame Drive Activity LED, and one (1) Frame Power Switch located to the right
of each respective drive bay.

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1.3 LED Behavior

LED Name Color State Description

RAX Power Green Solid Green The RAX unit is powered on.

Frame Power* Blue/Red

Flashing Blue Carrier is inserted and the drive inside is powering up.

Solid Blue Drive is powered on and ready for access.

Flashing Red and Blue Fan failure. Please contact Technical Support.

Solid Red Frame power failure. Please contact Technical Support.

Frame Drive
Activity*

Amber Flashing**

Indicates when the host computer is accessing data on
the drive.

1.4 Warnings and Notices

Please read the following before using the product.

General Care

• The main circuit board of the RAX425DC-XJ enclosure is susceptible to static electricity.

Proper grounding is strongly recommended to prevent electrical damage to the enclosure or

other connected devices, including the computer host. Avoid all dramatic movement, tapping on

the unit, and vibration.

• Avoid placing drive carriers close to magnetic devices, high voltage devices, or near a heat

source. This includes any place where the product will be subject to direct sunlight. Do not

allow water to make contact with the carrier or the RAX

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enclosure.

• Before starting any type of hardware installation, ensure that all power switches have been

turned off and all power cords have been disconnected to prevent personal injury and damage

to the hardware.

• To avoid overheating, the RAX enclosure should be operated in a well-ventilated area.

• Remove the drives before transporting the RAX enclosure to prevent damage to the drive

interfaces.

Rack Mounting Warnings

• Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature: The operating ambient temperature of the

rack environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature if the enclosure is

installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly. Install the equipment in an environment com-

patible with the maximum ambient temperature of 40° C.

• Reduced Air Flow: Do not block or inhibit the air flow required for safe operation of the

enclosure.

*Each DX115DC frame has one (1) Frame Power LED, one (1) Frame Drive Activity LED, and one (1) Frame Power Switch located to the right
of each respective drive bay.

**Some SATA PC systems/host controllers do not provide support for the Drive Activity LED feature, in which case the Drive Activity LED may light
up as a solid amber color or not at all.