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Introducing the SATA Docking Duplicator
The Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator
adds extra storage space to your computer and works as
a standalone duplicator without PC connection.
Features and Benefits
• Works as a standalone duplicator. No PC
connection needed
• Dual-bay design allows duplication of two 2.5- or
3.5-inch (or mix) hard disk drives
• Supports both eSATA* and Hi-Speed USB (USB
2.0) interfaces
• Built-in silent cooling fan effectively extends hard
disk drive life
• Supports hard disk drive capacity up to 750GB
(2.5-inch) and 2TB (3.5-inch)
*Note: When connected to an eSATA host adapter
without port multiplication support, only one
hard disk will be recognized.
System Requirements
• PC or Mac computer with an available eSATA or
USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
• Windows® 7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP
(32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) /
2000
• Mac OS® X v10.4.8 or later
Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to
SATA Docking Duplicator
Quick Installation Guide
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Package Contents
• Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator
• Switching power adapter
• USB 2.0 cable & eSATA cable
• Rubber pads
• Quick installation guide
Layout
Figure 1. Front Layout
Note: You cannot use one hard drive in both
platforms, Windows and Mac. It is not supported
Figure 2: Back Layout
On/Off Switch
Target Drive Slot
Source Drive Activity LED (flashes
while transfering or receiving data)
Power LED (on
while the unit is
powered on)
Duplicate
Source Drive Slot
Target Drive Activity
LED (flashes while
transfering or
receiving data)
eSATA Connector
USB Connector
Power Adapter Jack
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Hardware Installation
1. Boot up the computer.
2. Make sure the SATA connector of the Cool USB 2.0/
eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator and SATA hard
disk drive are in alignment. Gently insert the hard
disk drive(s) into the SATA drive slot of the Cool
USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator.
3. Plug the included switching power adapter into
the power adapter jack of the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA
to SATA Docking Duplicator, then plug the switching
power adapter into a reliable power source.
4. Use either the included USB 2.0 cable OR eSATA
cable to plug the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA
Docking Duplicator into the computer.
Note:
Do not connect both USB 2.0 cable and eSATA
cable at the same time. Plugging in both cables at
the same time may damage the device or computer.
5. Make sure the operating system has fully started
before proceeding. Power on the Cool USB 2.0/
eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator, make sure that
the 2 Power LEDs are lit.
Driver Installation
Windows and Mac operating systems will automatically
detect and install the drivers for the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA
to SATA Docking Duplicator. No additional driver
installation is needed. Important: In order to get high
speed USB 2.0 performance, make sure your USB 2.0
controller has the correct drivers installed.
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Using the SATA Docking Duplicator
Because of the heat generated, be careful not to touch the
hard disk drive(s) while in use. Do not remove or insert
a hard disk drive when the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA
Docking Duplicator is powered on.
Windows
Connecting to USB
One or two additional drive icons will appear in
Computer or My Computer when the Cool USB 2.0/
eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator is plugged into a USB
port. The drive(s) act just like a conventional hard drive
in your system.
Connecting to eSATA
eSATA controllers with port multiplication support
will add a drive icon in Computer or My Computer for
each hard disk drive installed into the Cool USB 2.0/
eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator, otherwise, only one
drive icon will be added. Please consult your system
manufacturer for more details.
Disconnecting from USB
Before unplugging the Cool USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA
Docking Duplicator from the computer, it must first be
stopped, by using Windows' Safely Remove Hardware
utility. Follow the steps for your version of Windows.
The same rule applies when turning off the Cool USB 2.0/
eSATA to SATA Docking Duplicator. Not following the
instructions may result in data corruption, data loss or
damage to the hard disk drive.
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