3.5in USB FireWire SATA External Hard
Drive Enclosure
SAT3510U2F
SAT3510U2FGB
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Manual Revision: 01/17/2012
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation ..............................................................................................................................2
Driver Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Using the Enclosure ............................................................................... 4
Specications ..........................................................................................6
Technical Support ..................................................................................7
Warranty Information ............................................................................7
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Introduction
The SAT3510U2F External Hard Drive Enclosure supports both USB 2.0 and FireWire
400 (IEEE1394a) host connections, providing the compatibility needed to create a
convenient and versatile external SATA storage solution for desktop computers as well
as MacBooks® and Windows® based laptops.
The USB/FireWire enclosure features a slim, lightweight aluminum design and includes
a 6-pin FireWire cable simplifying the option to connect through IEEE 1394a, as well as
a USB cable for USB 2.0 connections to the host.
Packaging Contents
• 1x 3.5” SATA Hard Drive Enclosure
• 1x USB A to B Cable
• 1x 6pin FireWire Cable
• 1x Plastic Stand
• 1x Power Adapter
• 1x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• USB and/or FireWire enabled computer system with available port
• Microsoft Windows® 2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS® 9.2/10.x, and Linux
®
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Installation
WARNING: Hard drives require careful handling, especially when being transported. If
you are not careful with your hard disk, lost data may result. Always handle your hard
drive and storage device with caution.
Hardware Installation
1. Remove the two small screws from either side of the rear panel of the enclosure and then
remove the rear panel bezel. The drive tray should now slide out from the front side.
Retaining Screws
2. Place a 3.5” SATA hard drive into the drive tray and then slide it into the 7+15 SATA
connector on the rear panel.
3. Fasten the hard drive to the drive tray from the sides with the supplied hard drive screws.
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4. Slide the hard drive tray back into the enclosure and place the reawr panel bezel
over the rear panel. Fasten the two side screws for the rear panel bezel.
Retaining Screws
5. Connect the power adapter from the enclosure to an available power outlet and
then turn the enclosure on, via switch on the rear panel.
6. Connect the enclosure to the host computer system via FireWire or USB cable.
Driver Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS 9.2/10.x, or Linux/Unix
No driver installation is required for these operating systems, as this enclosure is
natively supported, so the drivers are already installed.
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Using the Enclosure
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7
If you are using a brand new hard drive that does not contain any data, then you
will rst need to prepare the hard drive for use. From the main desktop, right-click
on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista), then select Manage. In the new Computer
Management window, select Disk Management from the left window panel.
Locate the Disk that says it is “Unallocated” (check hard drive capacity to conrm it’s
the correct hard drive) and then right-click in the section that says “Unallocated” and
select “New Partition”.
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The New Partition Wizard will appear. Follow the instructions in the wizard to complete
setting up the drive. Once complete, the Disk should show up as “Healthy” with a drive
letter assigned (ie. E:). This drive letter should now appear within My Computer.
If you are installing a hard drive that already has data on it, then after plugging it in, the
drive should automatically show up with a drive letter assigned within My Computer.
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Specications
Bus Interface
Connectors
LEDs 1 x Power/Activity
Chipset Oxford OXUF934SSA
Hard Drive Support 3.5” SATA 1.5/3.0Gbps,
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Power Adapter
Dimensions 208.0mm x 118.0mm x 30.0mm
Weight 400g
Compatible Operating Systems
12VDC, 2A, center positive,
Mac OS 9.2/10.x, Linux/Unix
USB 2.0
FireWire400 (IEEE1394a)
1 x USB type B
2 x 6-pin FireWire
1 x DC power connector
USB: 480Mb/s
FireWire: 400Mb/s
type N plug
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7,
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
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actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
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contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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