Transcend Information StoreJet 25 User Manual
User’s Manual
Portable Hard Drives
StoreJet® 25
(Version 1.3)
Table of Contents
Introduction︱ ...................................................................................... 1
Features︱ ............................................................................................ 1
System Requirements︱ ..................................................................... 2
Safety Precautions︱ ........................................................................... 2
General Use ....................................................................................................................... 2
Backing up Data ................................................................................................................ 2
Transporting ...................................................................................................................... 3
Power ................................................................................................................................. 3
Reminders .......................................................................................................................... 3
Connecting to a Computer︱ .............................................................. 4
One Touch Backup︱ .......................................................................... 7
Disconnecting from a Computer︱ .................................................... 8
Windows® ........................................................................................................................... 8
Mac® OS ............................................................................................................................. 8
Linux® ................................................................................................................................. 9
Formatting the Hard Drive︱ ............................................................. 10
Windows® XP/Vista/7/8 .................................................................................................... 10
Mac® OS ........................................................................................................................... 12
Linux® ............................................................................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting︱ ............................................................................. 15
Specifications︱ ................................................................................. 18
Recycling & Environmental Considerations︱ ............................... 19
Three-year Limited Warranty︱ ........................................................ 20
Introduction︱
Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet 25. T his rugged, ultra-portable, high speed
USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing
and transferring your data. The compact StoreJet 25 is ideal for carrying your files, folders,
documents, photos, music and videos. 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 it in detail before using the StoreJet 25.
Note:
1. The StoreJet 25 comes bundled with Transcend Elite, which enables the StoreJet’s
One Touch Auto-Backup button (available on select StoreJet models only). See the
Elite Software User’s Manual for details. The Transcend Elite software is also available
for download at www.transcend-info.com/downloads
2. StoreJetToolBox only works in Windows—Please see the “Formatting the Hard Drive”
section of this manual for more information. The StoreJetToolBox software is also
available for download at www.transcend-info.com/downloads
3. To use the Mac OSX Time Machine function, please format the StoreJet drive to HFS+
first — (see “Formatting the Hard Drive – Mac OS”)
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Features︱
Advanced internal hard drive suspension system
Extra-large storage capacity
Sleek ultra portable design
Easy Plug and Play operation – no drivers required
USB powered – no external adapter necessary
Power saving sleep mode
One Touch Auto-Backup button (available only on select StoreJet models)
Includes Transcend Elite™ backup and security software
LED power / data transfer activity indicator
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System Requirements︱
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of following Operating Systems:
USB 3.0 Models:
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Linux
• Mac
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XP • Windows® XP
Vista® • Windows Vista®
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Kernel 2.6.31+ • Linux® Kernel 2.4.2+
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OS X 10.5+ • Mac® OS 9+
USB 2.0 Models:
• Windows
• Windows
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Safety Precautions︱
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
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 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
• If your Windows computer will not boot while StoreJet 25 is connected, please
disconnect the StoreJet 25 to your computer first and connect the StoreJet 25 after
starting Windows. Otherwise, refer to your computer's manual and change the BIOS
settings to instruct the computer to boot from a different device.
Backing up Data
Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during
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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.
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Transporting
• Do not pack the StoreJet 25 into luggage without proper padded support. Other items in
your luggage may damage the drive during travel if it does not have proper protection.
• Avoid squeezing or compressing the StoreJet 25.
• Do not place objects on top of your StoreJet 25.
Power
• StoreJet external hard drives are powered directly via your computer’s USB port.
However, some computers may not be able to supply enough power by using just one
USB port. If your StoreJet drive does not function properly, connect both ends of the
USB Y-cable to two USB ports on your computer to ensure the StoreJet drive receives
sufficient power. Please also avoid using a USB HUB when connecting the StoreJet
drive to your computer to avoid the possibility of insufficient power supply.
USB 2.0 Drives: Both
ends of the USB Y-cable
should be connected to
provide ample power to
the StoreJet drive
USB 3.0 Drives: The
USB I-cable can provide
ample power to the
StoreJet drive
• Use only the USB 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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Connecting to a Computer︱
Micro / Mini
USB Connector
USB Cable
Power
Connector
USB 2.0 / 3.0
Connector
USB3.0 Micro B
Type Male
USB3.0 A Type
Male
1. Plug the small end (1) of the USB cable into the StoreJet 25.
2. Plug the large end (2) of your USB cable into any available USB2.0 or USB3.0 port on your
desktop or notebook (compatibility not guaranteed).
NOTE: Some computers may not be able to provide sufficient power by using only
one USB port. If your StoreJet drive does not function well, connect both
ends of the USB Y-cable to your computer to ensure the StoreJet drive
receives sufficient power.
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3. A new Local Disk drive with a newly-assigned drive letter will appear, and a Removable
Hardware icon
will appear on the Windows System Tray. The StoreJet 25’s internal hard
drive comes pre-formatted to FAT32, which is compatible with most computer systems,
including Windows, Mac, Linux, and more.
• Computers running Windows and Mac OS will automatically detect and install the StoreJet 25. To use
USB 3.0, please ensure your computer has all necessary USB 3.0 drivers installed, and make sure you
plug the USB Cable into the correct port on your computer (USB 3.0 ports are usually color-coded to
differentiate them from USB 2.0)
• Linux users may have to configure the StoreJet 25 manually. To do this, first create a directory for the
StoreJet 25 (Example: mkdir /mnt/storejet). Then, mount the StoreJet 25 (Example: mount –a –t
msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/Storejet)
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