StorCase Technology DE90i-A66 User Manual

StorCase Technology

Data Express

®

DE90i-A66

Removable Ultra ATA/66
Drive Enclosure

User's Guide

StorCase Technology

Data Express

®

DE90i-A66

Removable Ultra ATA/66

Drive Enclosure

User's Guide

Part No. D89-0000-0111 A01 July 2000

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17600 Newhope Street

Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885

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LIMITED WARRANTY

STORCASE TECHNOLOGY, INC. ("StorCase") warrants that the following products will be
free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of seven (7) years from the date
of purchase from StorCase or its authorized reseller: all Data Silo® and Data Stacker® external
expansion chassis, all Data Express® removable device enclosures and all StorCase interface
cables and accessories specifically intended for use with these products. Subject to the
conditions and limitations set forth below, StorCase will, at its option, either repair or replace
any part of its product that proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials.
Repair parts or replacement products will be provided by StorCase on an exchange basis, and
will be either new or refurbished to be functionally equivalent to new.

This warranty will not be responsible for any software, firmware or other customer data stored
within, or interfacing with a StorCase product.

Warranty Claim Requirements

To obtain warranty service, the defective product must be returned to your local authorized
StorCase dealer or distributor, or, with prior StorCase approval, to the StorCase factory
service center.

For defective product returns directly to StorCase, a Return Material Authorization
("RMA") number must be obtained by calling StorCase Customer Service at [phone].
The RMA number must be prominently displayed on the outside of the return package.
Shipments must be freight-prepaid and insured, and must include the product serial number,
a detailed description of the problem experienced, and proof of the original purchase date.
Products must be properly packaged to prevent damage in transit. Damage resulting from
improper packaging will not be covered by this warranty. The StorCase factory service center
is located at 3400 S. Susan Street, RMA Dept., Santa Ana, California 92704, U.S.A.

Free Technical Support

StorCase provides free technical support. If you experience any difficulty during the
installation or subsequent use of a StorCase product, please contact StorCase's Technical
Support Department prior to servicing your system. This warranty covers only repair or
replacement of defective StorCase products, as described above. StorCase is not liable for,
and does not cover under warranty, any costs associated with servicing and/or installation
of StorCase products.

StorCase Technical Support can be reached in the U.S. at [phone] or toll-free at (888)
435-5460 (U.S. and Canada only). StorCase European Technical Support can be reached
from within the U.K. at 01932 738915.

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Disclaimers

The foregoing is the complete warranty for the products identified above and
supersedes all other warranties and representations, whether oral or written.
StorCase expressly disclaims all warranties for the identified products which are
not stated herein, including, to the extent permitted by applicable law, any implied
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will
StorCase be liable to the purchaser, or to any user of a StorCase product, for any
damages, expenses, lost revenues, lost savings, lost profits, or any other
incidental or consequential damages arising from the purchase, use or inability
to use a StorCase product, even if StorCase has been advised of the possibility
of such damages.

Copyright © 2000 StorCase Technology. All rights reserved. All registered trademarks are
the property of StorCase Technology. All other logos and trademarks are properties of their
respective companies. Printed in Taiwan.

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Declaration of Conformity

Company Name:

Corporate Office Address:

Manufacturing Address:

Product Name:

Model Number:

Conforms to the following standards:

EMC Directives:
(89/336/EEC)

Safety Standards:
CSA (NRTL/C)

TUV

StorCase Technology, Inc.

17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

3400 S. Susan Street
Santa Ana, CA 92703

Data Express DE90

DE90i-XXXX

EN 50081-1: 1992 Generic Emission

- EN 55022/CISPR22 Class B
EN 50082-1: 1997 Generic Immunity

- EN 61000-4-2 - EN 61000-4-6

- EN 61000-4-3 - EN 61000-4-8

- EN 61000-4-4 - EN 61000-4-11

- EN 61000-4-5

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 950-95
UL 1950

EN 60950: 1992 EN 60950/A2: 1993
EN 60950/A1: 1993 EN 60950/A3: 1995

EMI Standards:

EMC Standards:

Year of Manufacture:

Signature:___________________
Full name: Dieter Paul
Position: Vice President of Engineering

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FCC Part 15, Class B

AS/NZS 3548 Information Technology Equipment

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Table of Contents

DATA EXPRESS DE90i-A66 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................... 1

Packaging Information .................................................................................................. 1

Package Contents ......................................................................................................... 1

Serial Numbers .............................................................................................................. 2

General Description ...................................................................................................... 3

Receiving Frame Front Panel ............................................................................... 4

Receiving Frame Rear Panel................................................................................ 5

DE90i-A66 INSTALLATION ................................................................................................... 6

Installing the Drive in the Carrier .................................................................................. 6

Preparation ............................................................................................................ 6

Drive Activity Indicator Connector (J6) ............................................................... 7

Installation ............................................................................................................. 7

Installing the Receiving Frame ..................................................................................... 8

IDE Interface Connector J2 ........................................................................................ 10

APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................ 11

Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions .................................................................. 12

Appendix B - Attaching the ON/OFF Key .................................................................. 14

Reader's Comments............................................................................................................ 15

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List of Figures

Figure 1: DE90i-A66 Receiving Frame and Carrier ......................................................... 3

Figure 2: Receiving Frame Front Panel ............................................................................ 4

Figure 3: Receiving Frame (Rear View) .......................................................................... 5

Figure 4: DE90i-A66 Carrier Circuit Board ....................................................................... 6

Figure 5: Drive Installation Assembly ............................................................................... 7

Figure 6: Master/Slave Configuration Jumper J5 ............................................................ 8

Figure 7: Receiving Frame Mounting Holes ..................................................................... 9

Figure A-1: DE90i-A66 Physical Dimensions .................................................................... 13

Figure B-1: Attaching the ON/OFF Key ............................................................................ 14

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List of Tables

Table 1: Shipping Contents ................................................................................................ 1

Table 2: Receiving Frame Front Panel Indicator Conditions ............................................. 4

Table 3: IDE Interface Signals .......................................................................................... 10

NOTICE: This User's Guide is subject to periodic updates without notice. Please check

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the StorCase website at http://www.storcase.com or contact your StorCase
representative for the latest revision of this document.

Introduction 1

DATA EXPRESS® DE90i-A66 INTRODUCTION

Packaging Information

The StorCase Technology Data Express system is shipped in a container designed to
provide protection and prevent damage during shipment. The Data Express unit was
carefully inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Bent or
broken connectors, or evidence of other physical damage to the Data Express should be
reported to the carrier immediately.

If the wrong Data Express model has been received, please call StorCase at (800) 435-

0642. A staff member will give you a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number to
facilitate processing. StorCase cannot accept returns which do not display an RMA
number on the outside of the package. Return the unit with all the original packing
materials.

Before removing any component from its packaging, discharge any static electricity by
touching a properly grounded metal object.

Package Contents

The DE90i-A66 package contents include the following items:

Table 1: Shipping Contents

One StorCase Data Express DE 90i-A66 DE90i-CA66 DE90i-RA66
ATA/66 Removable Enclosure Part Number (Carrier & RF) (Carrier) (Receiving Frame)

Drive Carrier DE90i-CA66 (1) (1)

Receiving Frame DE90i-RA66 (1) (1)

Alignment Tool D45-0000-0037 (1) (1)

Phillips Mounting Screws (#6-32 x 1/4) D45-0000-0004 (8) (4) (4)
to attach receiving frame to computer)

Drive Cover D10-4040-0278 (1) (1)

Drive Lock Keys D45-0000-0059 (3) (3)

User's Guid e D89-0000-0111 (1) (1) (1)

If any items are missing or damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement.

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2 Introduction

Serial Numbers

Both the Data Express receiving frame and carrier are labeled with serial numbers.
These numbers must be reported to the StorCase Customer Service Representative in
order to receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for warranty claims. Locate the
serial number labels and record the numbers in the spaces provided below.

Receiving Frame:

Drive Carrier:

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GeneralDescription

The StorCase Technology Data Express® DE90i-A66 is a removable lightweight drive
carrier and receiving frame designed to provide durable and reliable mounting for one (1)

3.5 Ultra ATA/66 drive within a 5.25" half-height peripheral slot (Figure 1). It is down­ward compatible with earlier technology IDE drives.

The DE90i-A66 allows a drive to be removed and transported to another DE90i-A66­equipped computer or expansion chassis, and also provides the ability to secure sensitive
data by removing and storing the drive safely for future use.

NOTE: For Ultra ATA/66 (66MByte/sec) operation, an Ultra ATA/66 controller and hard

drive(s), and a special 40-pin, 80-conductor cable are required.

Figure 1: DE90i-A66 Receiving Frame and Carrier

This User's Guide describes the steps required to install the StorCase Data Express
DE90i-A66 removable enclosure inside a computer peripheral bay or external expansion
chassis. This guide supplements documentation provided with the host computer system,
operating system, and the drive to be installed within the DE90i-A66 carrier.

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ReceivingFrameFrontPanel

(Refer to Figure 2)

 The Key Lock/Drive Power Switch performs three (3) functions. The key

lock assures proper seating of the device carrier within the receiving frame,
turns power to the device carrier on and off, and prevents unauthorized
removal or installation of the carrier. For the computer to access data on the
DE90i-A66 drive, the key must be turned counterclockwise to the locked
position.

The key can be attached (optional) to the locking mechanism as shown in
Appendix B.

 Front Panel Indicator LEDs (Figure 2) Indicator LEDs on the DE90i-A66

receiving frame front panel provide important operating information based on the
following conditions:

Table 2: Receiving Frame Front Panel Indicator Conditions

CONDITION LED A LED B LED C

Carrier removed from receiving frame, power on ON OFF OFF
Carrier in receiving frame, unlocked position ON BLINK OFF
Carrier in receiving frame, locked position ON
Drive activity active BLINK ON OFF
Invalid Master/Slave jumper configuration on J5 BLINK BLINK BLINK

(1)

Indicators A and B will alternately blink during the 10 second drive spin down/up period after the key has been turned on or off.

When the carrier has been unlocked from the receiving frame, these lights will flash as the drive spins down. DO NOT
REMOVE THE CARRIER FROM THE RECEIVING FRAME DURING THIS PERIOD to prevent possible drive damage.

(1)

ON

(1)

OFF

Figure 2: Receiving Frame Front Panel

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ReceivingFrameRearPanel

(Refer to Figure 3)

 DC Power Connector (J3): The DE90i-A66 uses a standard 4-pin DC Power

Connector to accept DC power.

 I/O Connector (J2): The input/output connector provides a standard interface

for all IDE signals. See Table 3 for J2 pin assignments.

 Master/Slave Selection Jumper (J5): Master Drive configuration (default).

Forces Master Drive configuration on receiving frame. Change jumper to set

Slave Drive configuration. Refer to Figure 6 for further information.

NOTE: If both jumpers are installed or if both jumpers are removed, all front

 Device Spin Down/Up Timer Jumper (J6): Jumper installed (factory default)

enables device spin down/up visual indicator. Receiving frame front panel

indicator LED (Figure 2) will flash to indicate device spin down/up.

panel indicator LEDs will flash indicating an error (Refer to Table 2).

Figure 3: Receiving Frame (Rear View)

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6 Installation

DE90i-A66INSTALLATION

InstallingtheDriveintheCarrier

Preparation

While performing the steps in this section, work on a soft surface to prevent excessive
shock to the drive being installed. Also refer to the manufacturer's documentation

provided with the drive.

NOTE: A #2 Phillips screwdriver will be required during this procedure.

1. Remove the drive from its protective packaging.

2. Plastic Drive Bezel: If the drive came equipped with a plastic front bezel,

it must be removed before installing the drive into the drive carrier.

3. Master/Slave Drive Selection: In most cases, the drive will be factory-

configured as a Master Ultra ATA/66 drive using a jumper plug on the drive
itself. No configuration changes are required. For multiple drive
configurations, it is necessary to set the first Ultra ATA/66 drive as Master
and the second Ultra ATA/66 drive to Slave. This can be done by changing
the jumper on the Ultra ATA/66 drive itself (refer to your drive manufacturer
documentation).

Figure 4 : DE90i-A66 Drive Carrier Circuit Board

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Drive Activity Indicator Connector (J5)

Jumper removed (factory default) disables drive activity indicator (Figure 4).

Jumper installed enables drive activity indicator.

NOTE: If two (2) drives are installed (with J5 enabled on both drives), both drive

activity indicators will flash simultaneously, even if only one drive is being
accessed.

Installation

1. Attach the I/O cable from the drive carrier circuit board of the DE90i-A66 to
the drive (Figure 5).

2. Attach the 4-pin DC power cable from the rear distribution board to the drive
(Figure 5). Carefully insert the drive into the drive carrier at an angle, cable­end first. Make sure none of the cables are pinched. Lower the front of the
drive carefully into place. Fasten the drive into the carrier with the four (4)
screws provided as shown in Figure 5.

3. Install the provided cable cover.

Figure 5: Drive Installation Assembly

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InstallingtheReceivingFrame

The drive should be installed into the carrier before installing the receiving frame into the
mounting bay of a computer or expansion chassis.

NOTE: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver during this procedure.

1. Turn OFF power to the computer.

2. Open the computer system according to the manufacturers instructions. If
necessary, temporarily remove any expansion boards that may make
installation difficult.

3. Select the Master/Slave configuration on the rear of the receiving frame by
placing a jumper on the appropriate (J5) pins (Figure 6).

NOTE: Invalid jumper configuration of J5 will cause all LEDs (A, B, C) to blink

4. With the drive carrier locked in place inside the receiving frame, install the
DE90i-A66 into the 5.25" drive opening in the computer or expansion chassis.
Use the appropriate guides to position the Data Express, and fasten it into
place with the four (4) #6-32 x 1/4 screws provided. Figure 7 illustrates the
location of the mounting holes. Mounting holes are provided on each side and
the bottom of the receiving frame to accommodate a variety of mounting
configurations. Use the mounting holes which best suit the computer or
expansion chassis configuration.

NOTE: Bottom mounting holes require self-tapping screws (not provided).

5. Adjust the front of the receiving frame so that the carrier slides freely in and
out on the receiving frame guides. The position of adjoining peripheral units
may require adjustment.

(Refer to Table 2).

Figure 6: Master/Slave Configuration Jumper J5

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Figure 7: Receiving Frame Mounting Holes

6. Connect the I/O cable from the host adapter to the receiving frame. The Pin 1
indicator on the cable must be properly aligned. Refer to Figure 3 for the
correct Pin 1 location.

7. Connect the power cable from the DC power supply in the computer or
expansion chassis to the power connector on the DE90i-A66 receiving frame.
Refer to Figure 3 for the receiving frame power connector location.

8. Replace any expansion boards that may have been removed earlier. Replace
the system cover according to the manufacturer's instructions.

9. Reconnect any system or peripheral cables removed earlier.

10. Turn on power to the computer. If the installation has been successful, and all
the cables have been properly attached, the system should boot normally.
Although the computer may not recognize the DE90i-A66 yet, the appropriate
front panel LED indicators on the DE90i-A66 receiving frame should illuminate.

NOTE: The lock on the DE90i-A66 receiving frame functions as a lock and a

11. The new drive may need to be formatted or initialized prior to use with the
operating system and applications software. Refer to the drive and/or
computer manufacturer's documentation for formatting information.

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DC power switch for the carrier unit. The lock must be engaged
(turned counterclockwise) in order to supply power to the carrier and
installed drive.

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IDE Interface Connector J2

The IDE interface connector (J2) pin assignments are as follows:

Table 3: IDE Interface Signals

Pin Signal I/O Pin Signal I/O

01 Host Reset- O 02 Ground
03 Host Data 7 I/O 04 Host Data 8 I/O
05 Host Data 6 I/O 06 Host Data 9 I/O
07 Host Data 5 I/O 08 Host Data 10 I/O
09 Host Data 4 I/O 10 Host Data 11 I/O
11 Host Data 3 I/O 12 Host Data 12 I/O
13 Host Data 2 I/O 14 Host Data 13 I/O
15 Host Data 1 I/O 16 Host Data 14 I/O
17 Host Data 0 I/O 18 Host Data 15 I/O
19 Ground 20 Key No Pin
21 DMARQ O 22 Ground
23 DIOW- O 24 Ground
25 DIOR- O 26 Ground
27 Reserved 28 Reserved
29 Reserved 30 Ground
31 IRQ 14 I 32 Host IO16-(AT) I
33 Host ADDR 1 O 34 PDIAG- (16) Notes
35 Host ADDR 0 O 36 Host ADDR 2 O
37 Host CS0- O 38 Host CS1- O
39 DASP- Notes 40 Ground

- Indicates an active-low signal.
Signal direction is with respect to the host.

The /PDIAG and /DASP signals are used for communication between master, slave, and the
host.

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"I" indicates To the host
"O" indicates From the host

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APPENDICES

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Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions

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Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 13

Figure A-1: DE90i-A66 Physical Dimensions

(Dimensions are for reference only)

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14 Appendix B - Attaching the ON/OFF Key

Appendix B - Attaching the ON/OFF Key

The following information will provide the necessary steps to attach the ON/OFF key to
the key lock mechanism so that it is non-removable, preventing accidental key loss. The
procedure can be reversed at a later date to revert back to a removable key.

1. Make certain power is OFF to the receiving
frame.

Locate the rectangular shaped key lock
mechanism access hole on the inside of the
receiving frame. Note that the pawl is in an
upright position.

Insert the key into the lock.

2. Rotate the key 90 degrees counterclockwise
so that the pawl is visible in the access hole
as shown in the figure at left.

3. Using the provided alignment tool, unscrew
and remove the pawl from the access hole.

4. Rotate the key 180 degrees clockwise.

5. Reinstall the pawl into the access hole with
the alignment tool.

The key lock has now been reconfigured.

Figure B-1: Attaching the ON/OFF Key

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Reader's Comments

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with the hardware itself, or with the installation instructions? Everyone at StorCase
Technology is working toward the goal of providing you the highest quality, most cost
effective, products available on the market, and we need your comments to guide our
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