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SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to
SATA 2.5" Enclosure
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the USB 3.0 2.5" Enclosure
The SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure is
designed to support USB equipped computers.
This enclosure provides large capacity mobile
storage using 2.5" SATA hard disk drives through
hot-swapping SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface.
Key Features and Benefits
• Quickly adds more storage space to your
USB-enabled PC (USB 3.0 recommended)
• No driver installation required. Simply
install a 2.5" SATA (3Gb/s or 1.5Gb/s)
hard disk into the enclosure then connect to
a USB port
Note: For maximum data throughput, use
a SATA 3Gb/s hard disk with the
enclosure and connect to a fully functional
USB 3.0 port.
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System Requirements
• Notebook or desktop PC with an available
USB 2.0/3.0 port (USB 3.0 recommended)
• Windows
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7 (32-/64-bit) ) / Vista (32-/64bit) / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008
(32-/64-bit)*
*Note: USB 3.0 support is currently
available for Windows 7, Vista and XP.
Package Contents
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure
• USB 3.0 Y-split (data & power) cable
• Installation kit
• Quick installation guide
Layout
Upper cover
Power / Activity LED
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Lower cover
USB 3.0 connector
Figure 1: Layout
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USB 3.0 Y-split Cable
USB Data Connector (to computer)
Figure 2: USB 3.0 Y-split Cable
USB Data Connector (to enclosure)
USB Power Connector (to
computer, optional)
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Hardware Installation
The following section guides you through the
installation of your drive kit.
Installing a 2.5" Hard Drive
1. Remove the 2 screws in each side, see Figure
3. Slide the top cover out of the case, then
slide the lower cover out of the case, see
Figure 4.
screws
screws
Figure 3
Figure 4
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2. Take off the PCB and connect it to the hard
disk drive, see Figure 5 and Figure 6.
Figure 5
Figure 6
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3. Put the installed PCB with hard disk drive
into the hard disk drive tray, see Figure 7.
Figure 7
4. Hold onto the hard disk drive and turn the
hard disk drive tray over. Secure the hard
disk drive with four mounting screws, see
Figure 8.
Screw
holes
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Screw
holes
Figure 8
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5. Slide the lower cover back into the case and
secure it with the two mounting screws,
then slide the upper cover back into the case
and secure it with the two mounting screws.
6. Plug the included USB 3.0 cable into the
enclosure. (Use the cable end with the single
Type A USB connector).
7. Plug the USB Data Connector, see Figure 2
on page 3, into a USB port of the computer.
Important:In most cases the USB Data
Connector will supply enough power to
the enclosure. If not, use the optional USB
Power Connector to supply more power.
Before proceeding, first unplug the USB
Data Connector, then plug the USB Power
Connector into an available USB port,
then re-plug the USB Data Connector.
8. The SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5"
Enclosure will turn on automatically. Make
sure that the LED is lit.
Go to Driver Installation to complete the
installation.
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Driver Installation
Windows will automatically detect and install
drivers for the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5"
Enclosure. No additional driver installation is
needed.
Using the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to
SATA 2.5" Enclosure
An additional drive icon will appear in My
Computer when the enclosure is plugged into a
USB port. The drive acts just like a conventional
hard drive in your system.
Disconnecting From The Computer
Before unplugging the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to
SATA 2.5" Enclosure from the computer, follow
the steps below for your version of Windows.
The same rule applies when turning off the
Enclosure. Not following the instructions may result
in data corruption or damage to the hard disk drive.
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Windows 7
1. Verify that the LED is not flashing before
proceeding.
2. Click Show hidden icons, click the Safely
Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon
located in the system tray by the system
clock.
3. Click Eject USB Mass Storage Device.
4. You can now unplug or turn off the
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure.
Windows Vista / Server 2008
1. Verify that the LED is not flashing before
proceeding.
2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon
located in the system tray by the system
clock.
3. Click Safely remove USB Mass Strorage
Device, then click OK.
4. You can now unplug or turn off the
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure.
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Windows XP / Server 2003
1. Verify that the LED is not flashing before
proceeding.
2. Double click the Safely Remove Hardware
icon located in the system tray by the system
clock.
3. Highlight Mass Storage Device, click Stop,
OK, OK, then Close.
4. You can now unplug or turn off the
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure.
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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our web site at
www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily with
new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks away.
You can also submit questions online and a technical support analyst will promptly
respond.
SIIG offers a 5-year manufacturer warranty with this product. This warranty covers the
original purchaser and guarantees the product to be free of any defects in materials or
workmanship for five (5) years from the date of purchase of the product.
SIIG will, at our discretion, repair or replace (with an identical product or product
having similar features and functionality) the product if defective in materials or
workmanship. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. Please see our web site for more warranty details.
If you encounter any problems with this product, please follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the product to the store
where you purchased from.
B) If your purchase has passed the store's return policy period, please follow the steps
below to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a request to SIIG RMA or
fax a request to 510-657-5962. Your RMA request will be processed, if the product
is determined to be defective, an RMA number will be issued.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
• Properly pack the product for shipping. All accessories that came with the
original package must be included.
• Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned package. SIIG will
refuse to accept any shipping package, and will not be responsible for a
product returned without an RMA number posted on the outside of the
shipping carton.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping to SIIG. Ship the product to the
following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
RMA #:
• SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground in the U.S. and
International Economy outside of the U.S. at no cost to the customer.
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About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity solutions
(including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB, and legacy
I/O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/Notebook systems
and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by adding A/V and Digital
Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio.
SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly features,
and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty. High quality control
standards are evident by the overall ease of installation and compatibility of
our products, as well as one of the lowest defective return rates in the industry.
SIIG products can be found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs,
through major distributors, system integrators, and VARs in the Americas and
the UK, and through e-commerce sites.
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS B
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
Phone: 510-657-8688
SuperSpeedUSB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" Enclosure is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG
logo are registered trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation. All other names used in this publication are for identification only
and may be trademarks of their respective owners.
January, 2011 Copyright © 2011 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved
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