Vantec NST-350UF, NST-350U2 User Manual

E X T E R N A L 3 . 5 ” H A R D D R I V E E N C L O S U R E

U S E R M A N U A L

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NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure:

(NST-350U2, NST-350UF):

• Driver CD

• User Manual

• NexStar External 3.5“ HDD Enclosure

• Power Adaptor

• Power Cable

• USB Cable

• FireWire Cable (NST-350UF Only)

• Vertical Stand

• Screws

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... pg. 2

2. Specifications/Features

NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure ..................................................................................... pg. 3

3. System Requirements .................................................................................................................... pg. 4

4. Parts Layout

NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure ..................................................................................... pg. 5

5. Installation

NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure

5.1. Hardware Installation .................................................................................................... pg. 6

5.2. Driver Installation ............................................................................................................ pg. 9

6. Disconnecting the NexStar

NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure ................................................................................... pg. 12

7. Creating A New Partition .............................................................................................................. pg. 13

8. Troubleshooting/FAQ

NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure .................................................................................. pg. 16

9. Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. pg. 18

10. Contact ............................................................................................................................................. pg. 18

Table of Contents

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1. Introduction:

With the NexStar 3.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure, you can back up your valuable data,
transfer your collection of videos and songs, or even carry that important presentation
with you quickly and easily. The NexStar is an ideal way to add an extra hard drive to
your system without having to open your system and deal with jumpers and cables. The
NexStar also features a sturdy housing with aluminum covers to dampen noise and cool
your hard drive. Because the NexStar supports USB2.0, data can be transferred at up to
480MBps. The NexStar 3.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure is a portable, flexible and
convenient solution to any of your storage needs.

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2. Specifications/Features:

NexStar External 3.5” HDD Enclosure:

Specifications:

• Interface: IDE to USB 2.0/FireWire (NST-350UF only)

• Dimension: 190 x 108 x 23 mm

• Weight: 240.0 g

• Casing Material: Aluminum Alloy

Features:

• Aluminum Covers To Reduce Heat

• Transfer Rates Up to 12Mbps With USB 1.1

• Transfer Rates Up to 480Mbps With USB 2.0

• Transfer Rates Up to 400Mbps With FireWire (NST-350UF only)

• Easily add storage to any system with USB or Firewire (NST-350UF only)

• Hot-swappable: Plug and play without rebooting!

• 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

• For USB 2.0 speeds, the system must support USB 2.0 specifications

• For FireWire, the system must support FireWire (IEEE 1394) specifications

• CD Rom drive (if drivers are needed)

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