Transcend TS128M~8GJF2A, TS128MJF2A, TS256MJF2A, TS512MJF2A, TS1GJF2A User Manual
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128MB~8GB JetFlash™
User’s Manual
P/N: TS128M~8GJF2A
( Version 1.1 )
Table of Contents
Introduction
Package Contents ....................................................................................................1
Features ....................................................................................................................1
System Requirements..............................................................................................2
Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows 98SE .....................................................................2
Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000, and XP.................................................4
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0 or Later .............................................................4
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4.2 or Later..................................................4
Uninstall the Win98 Driver .........................................................................4
To Safely Unplug JetFlash
To Remove JetFlash in Windows 98SE .................................................................. 5
To Remove JetFlash in Windows Me, 2000, and XP ..............................................5
To Remove JetFlash in Mac OS...............................................................................6
To Remove JetFlash in Linux ..................................................................................6
Boot-Up Function
System Requirements for Boot-Up Function......................................................... 7
Boot-Up Function for Windows 98SE and Me........................................................7
Format Introduction .................................................................................................8
Create One Partition.................................................................................................9
Create Two Partitions............................................................................................. 12
Security Function
Security Function for Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP ....................................15
Use of JetFlash with Security Function Enabled................................................. 18
Change the Password ............................................................................................19
If You Forget the Password ...................................................................................19
PC-Lock Function
Use of JetFlash with PC-Lock Function Enabled ................................................20
Specifications ..................................................................................................22
Ordering Information...................................................................................22
JetFlash Limited Warranty
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing Transcend’s JetFlash™. This small device is designed
to expedite exchanging huge amounts of data between any desktop or notebook computer
with a USB port. With higher storage capacity and a much faster data transfer rates than
other typical portable storage media, it can easily replace floppy diskettes and hard disks. In
addition, its mobility, superior data retention ability, and impressive appearance will provide
you with a brand-new data-storage experience.
Package Contents
The JetFlash package includes the following items:
• JetFlash
• Label
• Neck Strap
• Driver CD
• USB Extension Cable
• Quick Installation Guide
Features
• Fully compatible with USB 2.0 specification
• Easy Plug and Play installation
• Driverless (Only Windows
®
98SE needs the enclosed driver)
• Powered via the USB port. No external power or battery needed
• Security Function: Password protection provided
• Boot-Up Function: Makes JetFlash a bootable device
• PC-Lock Function: Makes JetFlash a key to lock your computer
• LED indicates the usage status of the JetFlash
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System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with USB port
One of following operating systems:
• Windows
®
98SE
• Windows
®
Me
• Windows
®
2000
• Windows
®
XP
• Mac™ OS 9.0 or later
• Linux™ Kernel 2.4.2 or later
Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows 98SE
1. Put the Driver CD into the CD-ROM (Auto-Run supported). Click the Win98 Driver
button.
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2. Select Install or update driver. Click Start to continue.
3. After Install or update driver is completed, click OK.
4. Plug JetFlash into an available USB port. A new Removable Disk drive with a newly
assigned drive letter appears in the My Computer window.
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Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000, and XP
No driver is required. These Windows operating systems have built-in drivers to support
JetFlash. Simply plug JetFlash into an available USB port, and Windows will install the files
needed to use your device. A new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter
appears in the My Computer window.
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0 or Later
No driver is required. Just plug JetFlash into an available USB port and your computer will
automatically detect it. A new Disk icon appears on the Desktop.
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4.2 or Later
No driver is required. Just plug JetFlash into the USB port and mount it.
Example: 1. First create a directory for JetFlash
mkdir /mnt/jetflash
2. Mount JetFlash
mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/jetflash
Uninstall the Win98 Driver
1. Put the Driver CD into the CD-ROM (Auto-Run supported). Click the Win98 Driver
button.
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2. Select Uninstall driver. Click Start to continue.
3. After Uninstall driver has been completed, click OK.
To Safely Unplug JetFlash
To Remove JetFlash in Windows 98SE
Unplug JetFlash from your system directly when data is not being transferred.
To Remove JetFlash in Windows Me, 2000, and XP
1. Click the icon on the system tray.
2. The Stop USB Mass Storage Device pop-up menu appears. Click it to continue.
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3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.
4. The Safe To Remove Hardware message window appears. JetFlash is now ready to
be unplugged.
To Remove JetFlash in Mac OS
Drag and drop the Disk icon corresponding to JetFlash into the trashcan. Then unplug
JetFlash from the USB port.
To Remove JetFlash in Linux
Un-mount the device from the Linux environment.
Example: umount /mnt/jetflash
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WARNING: Before removing your JetFlash, please make sure the LED is off and
not flashing! If you remove the JetFlash while the LED is flashing, unpredictable damage
may occur to the files and/or your JetFlash due to a write cache fault.
Boot-Up Function
For systems that use Windows 98SE or Me, JetFlash can be configured to serve as an
MS-DOS Boot Disk. Upon completion of the appropriate procedure for your operating system
as described below, JetFlash can be used to boot up your computer, allowing you to run
MS-DOS programs. JetFlash can start up your computer by using USB-ZIP or USB-HDD
boot-up functions. This does not make JetFlash a Rescue Disk for Windows, or put
Windows Startup files onto JetFlash. After booting with JetFlash, the system is started in
the MS-DOS command screen. If you wish to enter Windows, you must restart Windows
from your hard drive or a previously created Rescue Disk.
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