StarTech.com UNI2510U2V User Manual

2.5in Tool-less USB 2.0 to IDE SATA Hard
Drive Enclosure

UNI2510U2V

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Manual Revision: 01/31/2013

FCC Compliance Statement

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 dierent from that to which the receiver

is connected.

• 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 ...................................................................................................................................... 4

Using the Storage Device ...................................................................... 4

Specications ..........................................................................................6

Technical Support ..................................................................................7

Warranty Information ............................................................................7

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Introduction

The StarTech.com hybrid 2.5” USB 2.0 to IDE/SATA Hard Drive Enclosure lets you turn
almost any 2.5” laptop hard drive into a portable storage device. Compatible with
both IDE or SATA (1.5/3.0Gbps) hard drives, the enclosure oers a cost-eective and
convenient choice for a variety of uses including data backups, extra data storage, or
simply putting an “outdated” drive to good use.

Packaging Contents

• UNI2510U2V enclosure

• USB 2.0 split “Y” cable

• Software Installation CD

• Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• 2.5” IDE or SATA 1.5/3.0Gbps hard drive

• USB enabled computer system

• Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/Server 2008 (32/64-bit), or
Apple® Mac OS® 9.2 or later, or 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. Slide the latch on the bottom of the enclosure to release the top cover.

2. Slide the top cover of the enclosure towards the rear.

3. Remove the top cover by lifting it up o the bottom portion of the enclosure (drive tray).

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4. Place the 2.5” hard drive into the drive tray and slide it into the connector rmly. If
using an IDE hard drive, the connector is located towards the front of the drive tray,
while the SATA drive connectors are located towards the rear of the drive tray.

5. Place the top cover of the enclosure back onto the drive tray. Slide the top cover
towards the front of the enclosure and lock into place by sliding the latch on the
bottom to the lock position.

6. Connect the USB “Y” cable from the enclosure into the host computer system. Make
sure at least the Primary connector is plugged into the computer. If the drive does
not seem to get enough power, plug in the Secondary connector as well.

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Driver Installation

Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, Mac OS 9.2+, and Linux

No driver installation is required for these operating systems, as this enclosure is
natively supported, so the drivers are already installed.

Using the Storage Device

Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/Server 2008

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/7), 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 conrm 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 (i.e. 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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Specications

Bus Interface USB 2.0

Connectors 1 x USB mini-B

Chipset ID JMicron JM20337

LEDs 1 x Power/Activity

Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0: 480Mbps

Compatible Hard Drives 2.5” EIDE or SATA 1.5/3.0Gbps, 9.5mm height

Power Adapter N/A

Dimensions 133.0mm x 78.0mm x 19.0mm

Weight 130g

Compatible Operating Systems

Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/Server

2008 (32/64-bit), Mac OS 9.2 or later, Linux

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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.

Limitation of Liability

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ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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