IB-3780-C31
USER’S MANUAL
8x HDD Enclosure with single mode functions
USB 3.1 Gen 2 / Type-C
™
For 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD/SSD
Cleaning the device
IMPORTANT
• Disconnect the device prior to cleaning
• Aggressive or intense cleaning agents and solvents are unsuitable
• Make sure there is no residual moisture after cleaning
• We recommend cleaning devices using a dry, anti-static cloth
Disposing of the device
Environmental pollution, unsuitable for recycling
IMPORTANT
This icon on product and packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of as
part of domestic waste. In compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE) this electrical device and potentially included batteries must not be disposed of in conventional, domestic waste or recycling waste. If you would like to dispose
of this product and potentially included batteries, please return it to the retailer or your local
waste disposal and recycling point.
support@raidsonic.de or visit our website at www.raidsonic.de.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our support at
Harmful cleaning agents
Scratches, discolouration, damage caused by moisture or short circuit in
the device
Potential environmental pollution caused by components, recycling circle
interrupted
Brief Notes
• Operation System
Windows 10 / Windows 7 / 8.1
®
mac OS
X 10.12 or later
• Operation Environment
Temperature 0 ~ 40 °C Humidity 90% RH
• Hot-plug for USB Type-C™ interface
Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 10 Gbit/s transfer speed, and also
backward supports USB 3.0/2.0 interface for older PC and
MAC systems.
• USB 2.0 / 3.0 / 3.1 compatible *
*Additional cable required, cable converter adapters
not recommended
• Smart Fan
Smart fan controlled by the built-in thermal sensor and it
comes with 2 modes (auto / manual) and 3 levels of speed:
Level 1: Low below 45° 1000 rpm ~1400 rpm
Level 2: Medium 45°C ~ 54°C 1500 rpm ~1900 rpm
Level 3: High over 55°C 2400 rpm ~2800 rpm
Packaging content
Main device x1, Quick installation guide x1, Screws for 2.5" HDD x16
Screws for 3.5" HDD x32, HDD handle x16, bracket x8, screw
driver x1 / key x2, USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ to C cable, x1 power cord
Sync Button
Make sure enclosure is connected to a computer that is ON,
by USB. If not, enclosure will just turn off.
Set the power Sync mode to your preference.
*These are the Power Sync modes:
Orange LED
When the PC is turned off, the enclo-
3sec.
sure will go into sleeping mode. When
you turn on the PC, the enclosure will
turn on automatically
Understanding Interface
Front View
4.
1. 2. 3.
Power button
1.
12 .
13.
5.
6. 7. 8.
It needs to be pressed and held for 3 seconds to power off.
This design prevents accidental power off.
USB Status
2.
Link interface use
Power indicator status
3.
Blue - Power on
Orange - Sleep mode
4.
Smart fan automatic mode
Smart fan manual mode
5.
Fan speed / level 1
6.
Fan speed / level 2
7.
Fan speed / level 3
8.
Synchronization mode LED
9.
LED Orange When the PC is off,the device goes to sleep
mode.
LED OFF Synchronization is off.
10.
Synchronization mode button
Switch power Sync mode (no power Sync / Hibernate)
It needs to be pressed and held for 3 seconds to power off.
This design prevents accidental power off.
11 .
Smart fan button
Controls auto & manual modes and fan speed from level
1 to level 3.
HDD Access
12 .
HDD1 / HDD2 / HDD3 / HDD4
HDD5 / HDD6 / HDD7 / HDD8 Status
Blue Flashing light = Read
Rear View
10.
9.
11 .
Fan
1.
2.
Security lock
3.
Fan
4.
USB Type-C
5.
AC Input port
™
port
3. Please use the provided handles to secure the 8 HDDs with screws-
Quick Installation Guide for 3,5" HDD, Installation for 2,5" will follow up
4. Install the HDDs from up to down.
Quick Installation Guide
1. Unlock the cover with the key supplied and press the circular
depression to open the cover
Make sure the HDD is securely installed first at all times.
Otherwise the PC may not recognize the device.
!
5. Close and secure the covers.
2. Release the inner covers by turning the screws counter clockwise
OFF (no LED)
No Power sync, enclosure stays on
when you turn PC off.
Key slot
13.
6. Connect the power cord to the device,
plug in USB Type-C
™
cable in the rear
Initialization
Windows
®
If the HDD is uninitialized, you may have to initialize it by
doing steps as followed:
• At first click Start -> Execute on your PC and key in
diskmgmt.msc After that please press the RETURN key.
• Start disk initialization
• Create new partition and format disk
• HDD format completed
Start disk initialization
Hint: Activate GPT if the total capacity is more than 2TB
Hint: Activate MBR if total volume is less than 2TB
®
mac OS
If the HDD is uninitialized, you may have to initialize it by
doing steps as followed
• Click Disk Utility icon
• Initialize HDD
• Click Erase
• HDD format in process
• Format completed
Troubleshooting
• If the device takes too long to detect the HDD,please check if
the HDD is installed correctly.
• If there is noise with the fan, unscrew and take out the fan cover,
pull out the power cord, clean the fan and assemble it back.
• For Macintosh users, under MAC OSX 10.12 or later, it‘s strongly recommended not to have the same name for all the HDDs.
• If the noise is still present, change the device with another
fan of size 80x80x20 mm 2 pins. Otherwise send the device
back to the retail store.
• If the fan stops working, do not dismantle it. Please send back to
the retail store immediately.
Red
Black
• Operation Environment:
Temperature 0°C ~ 60°C
Humidity 0% ~ 90% R.H.
• To take the HDD out from the device, slightly press down the
handle and pull it out.
2,5" Bracket - Assembly
• Take bracket out of the chassis and lay the handle side facing
backward and ready to assemble the SSD/HDD to it.
• Insert the 2.5" HDD/SSD into the carrier with the 4 screw holes
at the top and the SATA connector at the back using the two
metal pins on the left side and fasten them with two screws as
shown below:
• Turn bracket upside down.
• Insert bracket with HDD/SSD assembled as step 2 & step 3
into the chassis.
• Close door and you‘re ready to use
Please read carefully the following information to prevent injuries, damage to material and
device as well as data loss:
Warning levels
Signal words and safety codes indicate the warning level and provide immediate information in terms
of the probability of occurrence as well as the type and severity of the consequences if the measures to
prevent hazards are not complied with.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
Risk of electrical shock
WARNING
• Read the operating instructions prior to use
• Make sure the device has been de-energised prior to working on it
• Do not remove contact protection panels
• Avoid contact with conducting parts
• Do not bring plug contacts in contact with pointed and metal objects
• Use in intended environments only
• Operate the device using a power unit meeting the specifications of the type plate only!
• Keep the device/power unit away from humidity, liquid, vapour and dust
• Do not modify the device
• Do not connect the device during thunderstorms
• Approach specialist retailers if you require repairs
Hazards during assembly (if intended)
CAUTION
• Read the operating instructions prior to assembly
• Avoid coming into contact with sharp edges or pointed components
• Do not force components together
• Use suitable tools
• Use potentially enclosed accessories and tools only
Hazards caused by a development of heat
IMPORTANT
• Prevent externally heating up components and ensure an exchange of air
• Do not cover the fan outlet and passive cooling elements
• Avoid direct sunlight on the device/power unit
• Guarantee sufficient ambient air for the device/power unit
• Do not place objects on the device/power unit
Hazards caused by very small parts and packaging
WARNING
• Keep small parts and accessories away from children
• Store/dispose of plastic bags and packaging in an area that is inaccessible to children
• Do not hand over small parts and packaging to children
Potential data loss
IMPORTANT
• Always comply with the information in the operating instructions/quick installation guide
• Exclusively use the product once the specifications have been met
• Back up data prior to commissioning
• Back up data prior to connecting new hardware
• Use accessories enclosed with the product
Warns of a directly hazardous situation causing death or serious
injury.
Warns of a potentially hazardous situation that may cause death or
serious injury.
Warns of a potentially hazardous situation that may cause minor injury.
Warns of a potential situation that may cause material or environmental
damage and disrupt operative processes.
Contact with parts conducting electricity
Risk of death by electrical shock
Sharp components
Potential injuries to fingers or hands during assembly (if intended)
Insufficient device/power unit ventilation
Overheating and failure of the device/power unit
Risk of suffocation
Risk of death by suffocation or swallowing
Data lost during commissioning
Potentially irreversible data loss
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