Kanguru e-Flash User Manual

Kanguru eFlash

User Guide

Notices and Information

NOTICES AND INFORMATION

Please be aware of the following points before using your Kanguru eFlash

Copyright © 2010 Kanguru Solutions. All rights reserved. Windows 2000®, Windows ME®, Windows XP®, and Windows Vista® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Inc. All other brands or product names are trademarks of their respective companies or organizations.

Kanguru Solutions will not be held responsible for any illegal use of this product nor any losses incurred while using this product. The user himself is responsible for the copyright laws, and is fully responsible for any illegal actions taken.

Customer Service

To obtain service or technical support for your system, please contact Kanguru Solutions Technical Support Department at 508-376-4245, or visit www.Kanguru.com for web support.

Legal notice

In no event shall Kanguru Solutions’ liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential software, or its documentation. Kanguru Solutions offers no refunds for its products. Kanguru Solutions makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Kanguru Solutions reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity.

Export Law Compliance

Regardless of any disclosure made to Kanguru Solutions pertaining to the ultimate destination of the specific Kanguru product, you warrant that you will not export, directly or indirectly, any Kanguru product without first obtaining the approval of Kanguru Solutions and the appropriate export license from the Department of Commerce or other agency of the United States Government. Kanguru Solutions has a wide range of products and each product family has different license requirements relative to exports.

Defragmenting Flash Memory Warning

Do not attempt to defragment your Kanguru Flash Drive. Flash memory does not need to be defragmented and does not gain any performance by doing so. Defragmenting your flash drive can actually degrade the flash memory which may reduce the drive’s total capacity and lifespan.

Table of Contents

Notices and Information ......................................................................... 2

1. Introduction ...................................................................................... 4

1.1 Package Contents ....................................................................................... 4

1.2 Specifications .............................................................................................. 5

2. Connecting and Using Your Kanguru eFlash ................................ 6

2.1 Connection Options ................................................................................... 6

2.1.1 Power Over eSATA ............................................................................. 7

2.1.1.1 Installing the Power Over eSATA bracket ........................................ 7

2.1.1.2 Connecting your eFlash through Power Over eSATA .................... 11

2.1.2 eSATA + USB ..................................................................................... 12

2.1.3 USB Only ........................................................................................... 13

2.2 Using Your eFlash .................................................................................... 14

2.2.1 Using the eFlash as an eSATA device ............................................. 14

2.2.1.1 Using HotSwap! ............................................................................ 16

2.2.2 Using the eFlash as a USB device .................................................... 18

3. Maintenance and Care .................................................................. 18

4. Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 19

5. Warranty ........................................................................................ 20

6. Tech Support................................................................................... 20

APPENDIX A: eSATA Hot Swap ........................................................ 21

1. Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing the Kanguru eFlash. We appreciate the confidence you have in our products. Please read through these operating instructions and store them safely for future reference.

The Kanguru eFlash combines the convenience of USB connectivity with the blazing-fast speed of eSATA connectivity into one sleek, portable device. The USB 2.0 interface allows the eFlash to connect to most desktop computers or laptops. The high-speed eSATA 3Gb/s interface allows the eFlash to transfers data up to six times faster than USB 2.0.

The Kanguru eFlash’s fast transfer speed, large capacity and small size makes it a great alternative to an external Hard Drive.

The Kanguru eFlash is compatible with the following operating systems:

√ Windows 2000 SP4 √ Windows XP SP2 or SP3 √ Windows Vista √ Windows 7 √ MAC OS 9.x or above √ Linux Kernel 2.4 or above

Introduction

1.1 Package Contents

Please check the contents of the package you received. If any of the parts listed below are missing, please contact Kanguru Solutions (508-376-4245) and you will be shipped replacement parts immediately.

• Kanguru eFlash

• Power Over eSATA cable

• Power Over eSATA bracket

○ Includes SATA data cable

○ Includes SATA power adapter cable

1.2 Specifications

Introduction

Interfaces

Housing High-strength Anodized Aluminum Memory Solid State NAND Flash memory

Read Speed

Write Speed

Write Cycles 1,000,000 Data Retention Up to 10 years

OS Compatibility

USB 2.0 eSATA

eSATA: up to 85 MB/s USB 2.0: up to 33 MB/s

eSATA: up to 50 MB/s USB 2.0: up to 30 MB/s

Windows 2000 SP4 Windows XP SP2 or SP3 Windows Vista Windows 7 MAC OS 9.x or above Linux Kernel 2.4 or above

Weight 22g Dimensions 89mm x 24mm x 7mm

Connecting and Using Your Kanguru eFlash

2. Connecting and Using Your Kanguru eFlash

The Kanguru eFlash supports both USB and eSATA connectivity. Both connections will read and write to the same data partition.

eSATA

USB 2.0

2.1 Connection Options

You have three options for connecting your eFlash to a computer:

1. Connect through Power Over eSATA

When connected through Power Over eSATA, the eFlash transfers data at SATA speeds without the need for an external power source. This is the best connection option, however the majority of computers do not have a Power Over eSATA port. The eFlash comes with a Power Over eSATA bracket that once installed will provide your computer with a Power Over eSATA port. For more information on connecting the eFlash through Power Over eSATA, please see section

2.1.1 Power Over eSATA, p.7.

2. Connect through eSATA + USB

Since Power Over eSATA is a new technology, many computers will not have a Power Over eSATA port. However, many of today’s newer computers will have a standard eSATA port. The eFlash’s unique dual-connection design allows the eFlash to be connected to standard eSATA ports. When connected to a standard eSATA port, the eFlash must also be connected to a USB port. The eSATA connection transfers data while the USB connection powers the device. For more information on connecting the eFlash through eSATA + USB, please see section 2.1.2 eSATA + USB, p.12.

3. Connect through USB only

Connecting through USB allows the eFlash to operate as a normal USB Flash Drive, making the eFlash compatible with almost any computer. When the eFlash is connected through USB it transfers data at USB 2.0 speed, which is slower than eSATA. For more information on connecting the eFlash through USB only, please see section 2.1.3 USB Only, p.13.

Connecting and Using Your Kanguru eFlash

2.1.1 Power Over eSATA

The eFlash’s main feature is Power Over eSATA compatibility.

Unlike a standard eSATA connection which only transfers data, the Power Over eSATA connection transfers both data and power. In order to take advantage of the eFlash’s Power Over eSATA connection, you must have a Power Over eSATA port. The eFlash comes with a Power Over eSATA bracket that once installed on your computer, provides you with a Power Over eSATA port.

You can connect the eFlash directly to the Power Over eSATA port or to the Power Over eSATA port using the provided Power Over eSATA cable.

Note: Standard eSATA cables only transfer data and will not transfer power, even when connected to a Power Over eSATA port.

2.1.1.1 Installing the Power Over eSATA bracket

The eFlash comes with a Power Over eSATA bracket that once installed on your desktop computer, will provide a Power Over eSATA port. The bracket will occupy one PCI bay, so you will need to have an available PCI bay in your computer in order to install the Power Over eSATA bracket.

You may want to print out these instructions for your reference during installation.

1. Make sure your computer is powered down and then unplug the computer’s power cable.

2. Open the computer’s casing, which is usually held on by screws in the back. Locate the following components:

(A) Power Supply (B) PCI Slot (C) SATA Port

1) on host adapter (only necessary if your motherboard does not have SATA ports)

2) on the mother board

PC Internal Diagram

Note: The layout of your computer may differ from the images presented in these instructions. They should be used for reference only. Please refer to your computer’s instruction manual to locate the components detailed above on your specific system.

+ 15 hidden pages