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2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the USB 2.0 2.5" Enclosure
The 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure is designed to
support USB equipped computers. This enclosure
provides large capacity mobile storage using 2.5"
SATA hard disk drives through High-Speed USB
2.0, hot-swapping interface.
Key Features and Benefits
• Quickly adds more storage space to your
USB-enabled PC
• No driver installation required. Simply
install a 2.5" SATA (3 Gb/s or 1.5 Gb/s)
hard disk into t
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System Requirements • Desktop or notebook PC with an available USB 2.0/3.0 port ® • Windows 7 (32-/64-bit) ) / Vista (32-/64- bit) / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) / 2000 SP4 Package Contents • 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure • USB Y-split (data & power) cable • Installation kit • Quick installation guide Layout Upper cover Power / Activity LED Lower cover Mounting screws Mounting screws USB 2.0 connector Figure 1: Layout 2
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USB data USB power connector (for extra power) connector Figure 2: USB cable Hardware Installation The following section guides you through the installation of your drive kit. Installing a 2.5" Hard Drive 1. Remove the 2 screws in each side, see Figure 3. Slide the top cover out of the case, then slide the lower cover out of the case, see Figure 4. Screws Screws Figure 3 Figure 4 3
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2. Take off the PCB and connect it to the hard disk drive, see Figure 5 and Figure 6. Figure 5 Figure 6 4
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3. Put the installed PCB with hard disk drive into the hard disk drive tray, see Figure 7. Figure 7 4. Hold onto the hard disk drive and turn the hard disk drive tray over. Secure the hard disk drive with four mounting screws, see Figure 8. Screw Screw holes holes Figure 8 5
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5. Slide the lower cover back into the case and secure it with the two mounting screws, then slide the upper cover back into the case and secure it with the two mounting screws. 6. Use the included USB 2.0 data cable to plug the 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure into the computer. 7. Plug the optional USB power cable into a reliable USB port. This step is only needed when the USB data connector doesn't provide enough power to power up the enclosure. 8. The 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure will turn
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Using the 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure An additional drive icon will appear in My Computer or Computer when the enclosure is plugged into a USB port. The drive acts just like a conventional hard drive in your system. Disconnecting From The Computer Before unplugging the 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure from the computer, follow the steps below for your version of Windows. The same rule applies when turning off the Enclosure. Not following the instructions may result in data corruption or damag
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4. You can now unplug or turn off the 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure. Windows Vista / Server 2008 1. Verify that the LED is not flashing before proceeding. 2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon located in the system tray by the system clock. 3. Click Safely remove USB Mass Strorage Device, then click OK. 4. You can now unplug or turn off the 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure. Windows XP / Server 2003 1. Verify that the LED is not flashing before proceeding. 2. Double click the Safely Remove Hard
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Windows 2000 SP4 1. Verify that the HDD LED is ON or not blinking. 2. Double click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon located in the system tray by the system clock. 3. Highlight USB Mass Storage Device, click Stop, OK, OK, then click Close. 4. You can now unplug or turn off the 2.5" USB 2.0 to SATA Enclosure. 9
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Technical Support and Warranty QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks away. You can also submit questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly respond. SIIG offers a 5-year manufacturer warranty with this product. This warranty covers the original purchaser and guarantees the pr
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About SIIG, Inc. Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity solutions (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB, and legacy I/ O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/Notebook systems and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by adding A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio. SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly features, and are backed by an extensive manufac
