Transcend TS250GSJ25C, TS320GSJ25C, StoreJet 25C TS250GSJ25C, StoreJet 25C TS320GSJ25C User Manual

StoreJet® 25C

User’s Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction︱ ......................................................................................1

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

Features︱ ............................................................................................2

System Requirements︱ .....................................................................2

Safety Precautions︱...........................................................................3

General Use.................................................................................................................... 3

Backing Up Data............................................................................................................ 3

Transporting .................................................................................................................. 3

Power.............................................................................................................................. 3

Reminders...................................................................................................................... 4

Product Overview︱ ............................................................................5

Connecting to a Computer︱..............................................................6

Disconnecting from a Computer︱ ....................................................8

Windows® ...................................................................................................................... 8

Mac® OS 9.0 or Later ..................................................................................................... 8

Linux

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Kernel 2.4 or Later ................................................................................................ 9

Formatting the Hard Drive︱.............................................................10

Windows® 2000/XP....................................................................................................... 10

Windows® 7/ Vista........................................................................................................ 11

Mac® OS........................................................................................................................ 14

Linux®........................................................................................................................... 16

Troubleshooting︱.............................................................................17

Specifications︱.................................................................................19

Ordering Information︱ .....................................................................19

Transcend Limited Warranty︱ ........................................................20

Introduction︱

Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet® 25C. This elegant, ultra-portable,
high-speed USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading,
downloading, storing and transferring your vital data and information. With its huge storage
capacity and fast 480Mbps USB 2.0 data transfer rates, the compact StoreJet 25 is ideal for
carrying your files, folders, documents, photos, music and videos to and from desktop or notebook
computers. In addition, the StoreJet 25 comes with very useful software* that can increase your
mobile productivity . This User’s Manual is designed to help you get the most from your new device,
please read both in detail before using the StoreJet 25.

*Note: The StoreJet elite software only works in Windows - please see the Software User's Manual for details

Package Contents︱

The StoreJet 25 package includes the following items:

StoreJet 25C

Carrying Case

1 Mini USB to 2 Standard-A USB cable (USB Y cable)

Quick Start Guide

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Features︱

Luxurious polished metal case with piano gloss connection panel
Elegant faux-leather backing cushions drive against vibration
Stylish protective carrying case
High-speed USB 2.0 compliant and backwards compatible with USB 1.1
Easy Plug and Play operation – no drivers required
High capacity hard drive for storing, carrying, and backing-up files
Completely USB powered. No external power supply or battery needed
High-Speed data transfer rates up to 480Mbits per second
Includes StoreJet® elite data-management software
LED power and data transfer activity indicator

System Requirements︱

Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port. exquisite
One of following Operating Systems (OS):

• Windows

®

2000

• Windows

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XP

• Windows

®

Vista

• Windows

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7

• Mac

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OS 9.0 or later

• Linux

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Kernel 2.4 or later

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Safety Precautions︱

These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.

Please ensure that you connect the USB cable to the StoreJet 25 and your
computer correctly (small end Æ StoreJet 25, large end Æ PC)

General Use

• Carefully unpack the contents of the StoreJet 25 package.

• During operation, avoid exposing your StoreJet 25 to extreme temperatures above 55℃,

or below 5℃.

• Do not drop your StoreJet 25.

• Do not allow your StoreJet 25 to come in contact with water or any other liquids.

• Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.

• Do not store your StoreJet 25 in any of the following environments:

o Direct sunlight
o Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
o In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
o In an area with strong magnetic fields or excessive vibration

Backing Up Data

• Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss or damage during

operation. If you decide to store data on your StoreJet 25 we strongly advise that you
regularly backup the data to a computer, or other storage medium.

• To ensure High-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when using your StoreJet 25 with a

computer, please check that the computer has the relevant USB drivers. If you are
unsure about how to check this, please consult the computer or motherboard User’s
Manual for USB driver information.

Transporting

• Do not pack your StoreJet 25 into luggage without the proper padded support. Other

items in the luggage may damage your StoreJet 25 if it does not have the proper
protection.

• Avoid squeezing your StoreJet 25 (to prevent damage to the internal HDD).

• Avoid placing objects on top of your StoreJet 25 (to prevent compression damage).

Power

• The StoreJet 25 is powered directly via a computer USB port. However, the power

supplied by the USB port on some older computers is below the 5V DC required to
power the StoreJet 25. In this instance, please connect the spare large connector of the
provided USB Y cable to a second USB port on the computer, this will provide the
additional power necessary to run the drive.

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The spare USB connector can provide additional power fo

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the StoreJet 25 when needed

• Please use the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable that came with the StoreJet 25 to

connect it to a computer, and always ensure that the cable you are using is in good
condition. NEVER use a cable that is frayed or damaged.

• Ensure nothing is resting on the USB cable and that the cable is not located where it can

be tripped over or stepped on.

Reminders

Always follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the
StoreJet from your computer.

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Product Overview︱

Figure 1: StoreJet 25C

Mini USB Port

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