[ET-CSIU2J-BK]
Eagle | Consus I-Series
External Dual-Bay Storage for
3.5” Dual SATA to USB 2.0
(JBOD)
User Manual
www.eagle-techusa.com
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Index
1 Getting Started
Kit Contents …………………………..…………………………………… 02
System Requirements ……………………..…………………….............. 03
Updating Your Operating System …………………………….............. 03
Handling Precautions 03
2 Setting Up
Enclosure Components ………………………………………….......... 04
Disk Installation ……………………………….………………………… 05
Bezel Installation ……..……………………………………........ 10
3 Connecting the Drive
Connecting the Cables ………………………………………….......... 11
Powering Up the Drive ………………………………………….......... 12
4 Formatting the Drive
Windows ………………………………………………………….…………….. 13
Mac OS v.10.2 + …………………………………………………......... 17
5 Disconnecting the Drive
Windows …………………………………………………………….………….. 20
Mac ………………………………………………………………………... 21
6 Troubleshooting
FAQ – Latest firmware, tutorials and more …………………………. 22
7 Appendix
Regulatory Compliance ……………………………………………....... 30
Warranty Information …………………………………………………. 31
EAGLE | CONSUS Service and Support ……...………………….. 33
Understand EAGLE TECH Sub-Brand ……...………………… 34
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1 Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this EAGLE | CONSUS I-SERIES product. Its dual SATA to
USB interface allows you to easily combine any two 3.5” hard drives into a single
large volume by means of JBOD (Spanning) technology. This user manual provides
step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding
your EAGLE | CONSUS product. For the latest EAGLE | CONSUS product
informatio n , reviews, FAQ and other events, visit our Web Site at
www.eagle-techusa.com
Kit Contents
EAGLE | CONSUS I-SERIES USB 2.0 external storage system
USB 2.0 certified cable
Resource CD
AC power adapter
User Manual
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USB 2.0 host required for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. USB 2.0 is highly
recommended because of the significant reduction in file transfer time compared
to USB 1.1. To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to your USB
controller card documentation or contact your USB card manufacturer.
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System Requirements
Hardware
Pentium
®
II, 200 MHz equivalent or newer for IBM compatible PC
PowerPC G4, 350 MHz or newer for PowerPC-based Apple Co mputer
Core
®
or newer for I n t e l -based Apple Co m p uter
Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port
SATA Hard Drive(s)
Software
Windows
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Windows 2000 Pro / Server 2000 / Server 2003 / XP / Vista
Macintosh
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Mac
®
OS X v.10.2+
Note:
For highest performance and reliabilit y, EAGLE | CONSUS recommends that
you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates.
Updating Your Operating System
Windows
Go to the Start menu and select Windows updates. F o r more i nforma tion rega rding
updating y our system, visit
windowsupdate.microsoft.com
.
Macintosh
Go to the Apple menu and select Software U pda te. For more information regardi ng
updating y our system, visit
apple.com/macosx.
Handling Precautions
EAGLE | CONSUS produc ts are precision inst ruments and must be handled with care
during unpacking and installation. Drives may be damaged by rough handling,
shock, or vibration. Be aware of the following precautions when unpacking your
Eagle | Consus I-SERIES external storage kit:
Do not unpack the Eagle | Consus I -S ERIES unti l you a re rea dy to instal l it.
Do not drop or jolt the Eagle | Consus I-SERIES.
Do not move the Eagle | Consus I-SERIES when it is powered up.
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2 Setting Up
You will need a 3.5 inch SATA Hard Drive. Carefully follow these procedures to
install the hard drive into the enclosure.
Note:
For pre-installed Hard Drive EAGLE | CONSUS enclosure, please skip this
chapter and proceed to
Chapter 3:
Connecting the Drive.
EAGLE | CONSUS I-SERIES Front and Rear View
Power Switch – Turns the I-SERIES on or off
Hard Drive access light – Indicates drive activity
Power light – Indicates enclosure is on
RAID Indication – Indicates RAID mode is enabled
USB 2.0 port – Connects to a computer USB port or USB hub
Power supply socket – Connects to power adapter
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Disk Installation
Attention:
Eagle Tech Computers, Inc. is not responsible for consequential damages, including
loss or recovery of data from yo ur hard drive . If you ar e instal ling wit h a ha rd d rive
that has data inside, we suggest you backup your data before proceeding to
installation process.
NOTE: Please skip this section if you are purchasing an Eagle | Consus External
Hard Drive System with pre-installed Hard Drives. Do NOT attempt to open the
external storage system. You will VOID warranty if the wa rranty seal is damaged.
1. Remove 4 screws from the bottom.
2. Sl ightl y rem ov e the Dis k Mou nting Try a nd d isc onnec t the pow er ca ble f rom the
socket.
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3. Slide the first SATA Hard Drive into the D isk Mounti ng Tr a y, a nd c on nect to t he
SATA connector on the board.
4. Tighten up hard drive with 4 screws.
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5. Place the sec ond SATA Hard Drive into the Disk Mounting Tray, and connect to
the SATA connector on the board.
6. Tighten up hard drive with 4 screws.
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7. Slide the disk mounting tray back into the cas e carefully , and connect the power
cable into socket.
8. Tighten up 4 screws at the bottom of the external storage system.
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9. Congratulation! You have completed the installation process.
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Bezel Installation
1. Detach the b ezel gently from the external storage system.
2. Re place the b ezel a nd attac h to th e exter nal stor age s ystem accordi ng t o the 4
pin on the angle of bezel.
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3 Connecting the Drive
Connecting the Cable
1. Connect the AC adapter cord to the DC power supply socket on the back of the
drive.
2. Connect one end of the power cord to the AC adapter.
3. Connect the other end of the power cord to an electric outlet.
4. Connect one end of the USB 2.0 cable to the USB 2.0 port on the back of the
device.
5. Connect the other end of the USB 2.0 cable to an available USB port on your
computer.
Attention: Eagle Tech Computers, Inc. is not responsible for consequential
damages, including loss or recovery of data from your hard drive. Please make sure
your power adapter and power ca ble a re properly connected to prevent damage
to device.
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