Vantec NST-260U2-RD User Manual
EXTERNAL 2.5” IDE & SATA HARD DRIVE ENCLOSURE
USER MANUAL
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Package Contents:
NexStar 3 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure:
• Driver CD
• User Manual
• NexStar 3 External 2.5“ HDD Enclosure
• USB/Power Cable
• eSATA Cable (NST-260SU only)
• SATA-eSATA Adapter Bracket (NST-260SU only)
• Screws
• Pouch/Carrying Bag
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Table of Contents:
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... pg. 2
2. Specifications/Features
NexStar 3 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure ............................................................................... pg. 3
3. System Requirements .................................................................................................................... pg. 4
4. Parts Layout
NexStar 3 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure ................................................................................. pg. 5
5. Installation
NexStar 3 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure
5.1. Hardware Installation .................................................................................................... pg. 6
5.2. Driver Installation ............................................................................................................ pg. 8
6. Disconnecting the NexStar 3
NexStar 3 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure ................................................................................ pg. 10
7. Creating A New Partition .............................................................................................................. pg. 11
8. Troubleshooting/FAQ
NexStar 3 External 2.5” HDD Enclosure .............................................................................. pg. 14
9. Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. pg. 16
10. Contact ............................................................................................................................................. pg. 16
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1. Introduction:
Form and functionality collide with style in the NexStar 3 External Hard Drive Enclosure
from Vantec. With its mirror finish, sleek curves and bold colors, the Vantec NexStar 3
stands out from the crowd. The sturdy drive cage protects your hard drive while the
aluminum case effectively draws away the heat, protecting your drive from overheating.
The NexStar 3 utilizes USB 2.0, offering speeds up to 480Mbps or SATA with speed up to
3Gbps. The NexStar 3 lets you store your personal data in an enclosure that matches
your style!
Introduction
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2. Specifications/Features:
NexStar 3 External 2.5” IDE HDD Enclosure (NST-260U2):
Specifications:
• Interface: IDE to USB 2.0
• Dimensions: 134mm x 80mm x 25mm
Features:
• Aluminum housing cools down your hard drive
• Transfer rates of up to 12Mbps with USB 1.1
• Transfer rates of up to 480Mbps with USB 2.0
• Easily add storage to any system with USB
• Hot-swappable: Plug and play without rebooting!
• Attractive blue LED indicates power/HDD activity
NexStar 3 External 2.5” SATA HDD Enclosure (NST-260SU):
Specifications:
• Interface: SATA to eSATA/USB 2.0
• Dimensions: 134mm x 80mm x 25mm
Features:
• Aluminum housing cools down your hard drive
• Transfer rates up to 12Mbps with USB 1.1
• Transfer rates up to 480Mbps with USB 2.0
• Transfer rates up to 3Gbps with SATA
• Easily add storage to any system with eSATA or USB
• Hot-swappable: Plug and play without rebooting!
• Attractive blue LED indicates power/HDD activity
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3. System Requirements:
• Intel Pentium II 350MHz-compatible or Apple G3 processor and greater
• Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP or Mac OS 8.6 and greater
• USB-equipped system
• USB port, internal SATA port, or eSATA port
• For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.0 specifications
• CD Rom drive (if drivers are needed)
System Requirements
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