Vantec NexStar MX User Manual
Package Contents:
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure
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NexStar MX Dual Bay HDD Enclosure
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Power Adapter
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Arcsoft Totalmedia Backup™ Software
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USB Cable
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1394a Cable
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1394b Cable
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Enclosure Stand
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Installation Screws
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User’s Manual
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Arcsoft Totalmedia
Backup™ Software
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U SE R ’ S M AN U AL
TRADEMARKS
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Table of Contents:
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................... 02
2. Features/Specifications
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure ...............................................................03
3. System Requirements ......................................................................................04
4. Interface Information
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure ............................................................... 05
5. Installation .................................................................................................................. 06
6. Driver Installation
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure ............................................................... 10
7. Creating A New Partition/ Formatting The Hard Drive
FOR Windows Me/ 2000/ XP/ Vista Users ..........................................................................11
7.1 Individual Mode ......... ...................................................................................................12
7.2 JBOD Mode .................................................................................................................... ..12
7.3 RAID 0 Mode ...................................................................................................................12
FOR Mac OS Users ................................................................................................................15
8. RAID Mode Selection
8.1 Individual Mode .............................................................................................................18
8.2 JBOD Mode .....................................................................................................................19
8.3 RAID 0 ............................................................................................................................. ..20
9. Disconnecting The NexStar MX DUAL ...............................................21
10. Troubleshooting/ FAQ/ Warranty...........................................................22
11. Contact ...........................................................................................................................24
Table of Contents
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1. Introduction:
Vantec N exSt ar M X Du al B ay E xter nal HDD
Enclosure now in the F ir eWir e 800/ 40 0 and
USB 2.0 interface is a quick and si mp le way
to expand storage capacity to your computer.
It comes without the hassle of diving inside
the PC and messing with all those wires, cables
and connections. It provides maximum storage
with the increased capacity of two spanning hard
drives for your precious family photos, music,
video, and games. It supports Individual, JBOD,
RAID 0 modes for effective storage management.
The sturdy drive cage protects your hard drive
while the aluminum case effectively draws away
the heat; the front vents and the rear fan keep
your hard drive(s) cool and improve performance.
The Vantec NexStar MX is a high performance,
high capacity, and durable portable storage
solution and lets you store your personal data
in an enclosure with style!
NST-400MX-UFB
Introduction
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2. Features/Specifications:
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure :
Features:
• Supports Dual SATA I/II Hard Drives Up to 2.0 TB of Storage
• USB 2.0 External Interface Allows You to Transfer Data Up to 480 Mbps
• FireWire 400 (1394a) External Interface Allows You to Transfer Data Up to 400Mbps
• FireWire 800 (1394b) External Interface Allows You to Transfer Data Up to 800Mbps
• Front Ventilation and Rear Fan for Better Air Circulation and Cooling
• Stylish Aluminum Case to Draw Away the Heat
• Support 3 Different Configuration Modes: Individual / JBOD / RAID 0
• Simple Plug & Play Connection; Does Not Require Drivers
• Arcsoft Totalmedia Backup™, Archive Photos, Music, Video and Data with Three Easy Clicks
Specifications:
• Model: NST-400MX-UFB
• Device Support: 3.5” SATA I/II Hard Drive (2)
• Internal Interface: Serial ATA
• External Interface: USB 2.0 / 1394a /1394b
• HD Capacity: Up to 2TB
• Transfer Rate: USB 2.0 (Up to 480Mbps)
FireWire400 (Up to 400Mbps)
FireWire800 (Up to 800Mbps)
• Material: Plastic and Aluminum Alloy
• Dimensions: 197x123x72mm
Power connection
USB 2.0 port
Power switch
1394a
IE E E
1394b
FireWire 400 (1394a) Port
FireWire 800 (1394b) Port
Fan
USB Port
Connect to a computer directly using a USB cable.
FireWire800/400 Port
Connect to a computer directly using a
FireWire800/400 Port cable.
Fan
Automatic fan to keep the hard drives cool.
Features/ Specifications
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3. System Requirements:
Intel Pentium II 266 MHz-compatible
Microsoft Windows 2000/2003/XP/Vista.
1. USB port, FireWire 400(1394a) port,
or FireWire 800 (1394b) port.
2. For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must
support USB 2.0 specifications.
3.For FireWire 800(1394b) speeds, the
system must support 1394b specifications.
4. For FireWire 400(1394a) speeds, the
system must support 1394a specifications.
5. CD Rom drive (if drivers are needed)
6. 64MB RAM or higher.
Mac PowerPC or Intel Core Duo processor
& greater.Mac OS 9.x & greater.
(PowerPC processor) / Mac OS 10.4 &
greater.(Intel Core Duo processor)
1. USB port, FireWire 400(1394a) port,
or FireWire 800 (1394b) port.
2. For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must
support USB 2.0 specifications.
3.For FireWire 800(1394b) speeds, the
system must support 1394b specifications.
4. For FireWire 400(1394a) speeds, the
system must support 1394a specifications.
5. CD Rom drive (if drivers are needed)
6. 64MB RAM or higher.
System Requirements
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4. Interface Information:
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure
Aluminum H ousing
Jumper Swi tch
SATA/Power connector
Har d Drive Caddy
Interface Information
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5. Installation:
NexStar MX – Dual 3.5” SATA HDD Enclosure
5.1. Installing two hard drives
into the NexStar MX Dual:
(1) Release the four screws then pull out the rear
panel and tray of the NexStar MX Dual ( Figure 5-A )
(2) Select Operation Mode by switching jumper.
( Figure 5-B )
( Figure 5-A )
Installation
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Jumper Switch
( Figure 5-B )
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