USB
16MB~2GB JetFlash™
User’s Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction
Package Contents ................................................................................................1
Features ................................................................................................................1
System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Before Use ............................................................................................................2
Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows 98/98SE............................................................3
Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000, & XP ................................................5
Driver Installation for Mac OS 8.6 or Later.........................................................5
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4 or Later ................................................5
Uninstall .............................................................................................................6
How to Safely Unplug JetFlash
To Remove JetFlash in Windows 98/98SE.........................................................8
To Remove JetFlash in Windows Me, 2000, & XP..............................................8
To Remove JetFlash in Mac OS ..........................................................................8
To Remove JetFlash in Linux..............................................................................8
Write-Protect Function .........................................................................9
Boot-Up Function
System Requirements for Boot-Up Function.....................................................9
Boot-up Function for Windows 98/98SE, Me, & XP...........................................9
mFormat Introduction ......................................................................................10
Create One Partition...........................................................................................12
Create Two Partitions.........................................................................................14
Security Function
Security Function for Windows 98/98SE, Me, 2000, & XP...............................17
Use of JetFlash with Security Function Enabled ............................................19
How to Change the Password...........................................................................21
When You Forget the Password........................................................................ 22
Specifications .............................................................................................23
Ordering Information ............................................................................23
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 laptop computers with a USB port. With higher storage capacity and
a much faster data transfer rate than other typical portable storage media, it can
easily replace floppy diskettes and hard disks. In addition, its mobility, strong
data retention ability, and impressive appearance will provide you a brand new
experience.
Package Contents
The JetFlash package includes the following items:
• JetFlash
• Label
• Neck Strap
• Driver CD
• USB Extension Cable
• Quick Installation Guide
Features
• USB Interface: True Plug and Play connection for hot swap function
• Expedited Data Transfer: Transfer rate up to 12M bit/sec at Full
Speed
• Power Supply: Powered directly via the USB port, no external power
or battery needed
• Operating Systems Supported: No driver required for Windows
Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Mac™ OS 8.6 or later, and Linux™
kernel 2.4 or later. Only Windows® 98 and Windows® 98SE need the
enclosed driver.
• Write-Protect Function: Write-protect switch provided
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Me,
• Security Function: Password protection provided
• Boot-Up Function: Makes JetFlash a bootable disk in USB-ZIP or
USB-HDD boot mode
• LED: Indicates usage status of JetFlash
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System Requirements
Desktop or laptop computers with USB port
One of following operating systems:
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Mac OS 8.6 or later
• Linux kernel 2.4 or later
98/98SE
Me
2000
XP
Before Use
1. Please keep JetFlash away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture. Do
not bend, flex, or drop JetFlash.
2. To prevent data loss and/or damage to JetFlash, never remove JetFlash
from the USB port while data is transferring.
3. Plug or unplug JetFlash by grasping the sides.
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Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows 98/98SE
1. Put the Driver CD into the CD-ROM (auto-run supported). Click the Win98
Driver button.
2. Click OK to continue.
3. Select Install or update driver. Click Start to continue.
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4. After Install or update driver has been completed, click Cancel.
5. Plug JetFlash into an available USB port. Your computer will automatically
detect this new device. You can find a new Removable Disk drive with a
newly assigned drive letter in the My Computer window.
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Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000, & 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. You will be able to find
a new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter in the My
Computer window.
Driver Installation for Mac OS 8.6 or Later
No driver is required. Just plug JetFlash into an available USB port and your
computer will automatically detect it.
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4 or Later
No driver is required. Just plug JetFlash into the USB port and mount it.
Example: 1. Create directory for JetFlash first
mkdir /mnt/jetflash
2. Mount JetFlash
mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/jetflash
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Uninstall
1. Put the Driver CD into the CD-ROM (auto-run supported). Click the Win98
Driver button.
2. Click OK to continue.
3. Select Uninstall driver. Click Start to continue.
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