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User’s Manual
3.5" External Hard Drive
®
StoreJet 35T
(Version 1.0)
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Table of Contents Introduction ︱ ......................................................................................1 Package Contents ︱............................................................................1 Features ︱ ............................................................................................2 System Requirements ︱ .....................................................................2 Safety Precautions ︱..........................................................
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Introduction ︱ ® Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet 35T. This stylish, versatile, high-speed USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing and transferring your vital data and information. With its OneTouch auto-backup button and TurboHDD USB mode*, the compact StoreJet 35T is quick and easy way to store and back-up essential files, folders, documents, photos, music and videos. In addition, the StoreJet 35T comes with very usef
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Features ︱ Space-saving upright design – no stand needed TurboHDD USB mode increases file transfer speed* OneTouch auto-backup button* 256-bit AES file & folder encryption* Power-saving sleep mode Pre-formatted for extra convenience Fanless low-noise operation High-speed 480Mbps USB 2.0 interface Easy Plug and Play installation – no drivers required Extra-large storage capacity for backing-up files ® Includes StoreJet Elite backup and security software Two-color LED indic
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Safety Precautions ︱ These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully. General Use • Unpack the contents of the StoreJet 35T package carefully. • Avoid exposing your StoreJet 35T to extreme temperatures above 55℃ or below 5℃ during operation. • Never drop your StoreJet 35T. • Never allow your StoreJet 35T to come in contact with water or any other liquids. • Never use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case. • Do not user or store your StoreJe
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Reminders • Always follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the StoreJet from your computer. • Never switch the StoreJet 35T between “Turbo USB Mode” and “Normal USB Mode” while transferring data. 4
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Product Overview ︱ A OneTouch Backup Button B Dual Color LED Indicator Anti-slip Rubber Feet C D DC Power Input Jack E USB Port Security Lock Attachment F 5
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Connecting to a Computer ︱ ® ® ® Connecting to Windows , Mac or Linux Computers 1. Attach the included 2-pin or 3-pin (country/region dependant) power connector to the USB Power Adapter by sliding it until it clicks into place. 2. Connect the Power Adapter cord to the round-shaped DC IN jack on the back of the StoreJet 35T and plug the Power Adapter into your home’s power outlet. 3. Plug the small end of the USB Cable into the Mini USB port on the StoreJet 35T. 4. Connect the large en
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*G: is an example drive letter, the drive letter in your Windows computer may differ Note: “New Volume” is an example drive. The drive name on your Mac computer may differ 6. Once connected, you can use the StoreJet 35T as an external hard drive to transfer data to and from your computer. Simply drag and drop files or folders onto the Local Disk drive letter or volume that represents the StoreJet 35T. One Touch Auto-backup Button The StoreJet 35T is equipped with a convenien
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Backup and Synchronize Files & Folders Protect Data with Unbreakable 256-bit Security Just click the conveniently located OneTouch Compress your saved files to maximize memory storage auto-backup button on the front of the StoreJet 35T to space and/or protect your data using a password with perform an express synchronization of your important powerful 256-bit AES encryption. With StoreJet Elite, you files and folders. can protect files while saving space at the same time. (Please see the
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WARNING! Never switch the StoreJet 35T between “TurboHDD USB” mode and “Normal USB Mode” while transferring data. 9
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Disconnecting from a Computer ︱ NEVER disconnect the StoreJet from a Computer when its LED is flashing. ® Windows 1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray. 2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue. 3. A window will appear stating, “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely removed from the system.” WARNING! To prevent data loss, always use the Safe Removal procedure to remove ® the StoreJet in Windows ® Mac OS Drag
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® Linux Execute umount /mnt/Storejet to un-mount the device. Then unplug your StoreJet 35T from the USB port. 11
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Formatting the Hard Drive ︱ The StoreJet 35T comes pre-formatted to the FAT32 file system, which is compatible with virtually ® ® ® any computer system, including all versions of Windows , Mac , and Linux . If you plan to use your StoreJet drive on various different types of computers, game consoles, or media playback devices, we recommend keeping the existing FAT32 file system. However, if you plan to store large files that exceed 4GB in size, you will need to format the drive to a differe
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7. Press “Start.” 8. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive. 13
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9. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an “O.K.” message will appear in the bottom right hand corner of the window. 10. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit. ® Windows 7/Vista Note: You must have Administrator Rights to format in Windows Vista or Windows 7. 1. Download the StoreJet Format Utility from Transcend’s online Download Center at http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/DLCenter/index.asp (the software can be located by selecting “Storage Devices -> S
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7. In the StoreJet Format Utility window, click the “Refresh” button. 8. The program will automatically detect the StoreJet 35T drive. 9. Press “Start”. 15
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11. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive. 10. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an “O.K.” message will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of the window. 11. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit. ® Mac OS 1. Plug the StoreJet 35T into an available USB port on your MAC computer. 2. Unplug all other external storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different drive. 3. If
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4. In the Disk Utility window, choose your StoreJet 35T from the list on the left. 5. Select the “Erase” tab. 6. Choose the Volume Format you want (Mac OS Extended (journal) is recommended). 7. Input a name for your new drive (otherwise, your drive will be named “Untitled”) 8. Click the “Erase” button in the bottom right corner of the window 17
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9. Click “Erase” again to confirm. 10. Click the “Close” button to finish and exit. ® Linux 1. Plug the StoreJet 35T into an available USB port on your Linux computer. 2. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different USB drive. 3. Type fdisk /dev/sda (replace /dev/sda with your actual USB device) 4. Press p 5. Press n 6. Press w 7. Type mkfs.ext3 /dev/sda1 8. Go to /etc/fstab and add: /dev/sda1 /mnt/usbdrive auto
