Vantec NEXSTAR 2 NST-355U2 User Manual
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Installation: NexStar 2 External 3.5” HDD Enclosure
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Windows 98SE
USB (NST-355UF – Combo Drive):
1) If this is the first time you are using the NexStar 2, unplug the NexStar 2 if you
currently have it connected. If the [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box is
open, close it.
2) Insert the driver CD into your CD Rom drive.
3) If the CD does not autoplay, open the drivers CD and run “SETUP.EXE.”
4) Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation of the USB drivers
for the NexStar 2.
5) After the install is completely, the install program will create the shortcut
[USB SAFE REMOVER] on your desktop. A green Unplug or Eject hardware
icon will appear in the system tray too. If the drive does not appear under My
Computer, you may need to partition your hard drive first.
6) Repeat the steps listed under “Connecting the NexStar 2 to your computer.”
FireWire (NST-355UF – Combo Drive):
1) If this is the first time you are using the NexStar 2, unplug the NexStar 2 if you
currently have it connected. If the [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box is
open, close it.
2) Sign on to the internet and go to the Windows 98 Support website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows98
3) Under the support section, click on Windows 98 Support Center.
4) Under “Search Support” do a search for “242975”. This will return the article
“Update for 1394 Storage Peripherals in Windows 98 Second Edition.”
5) Click on the link and read the associated information. Follow the directions
listed. It should take you to a download page where you can download the
proper drivers.
6) Follow the directions on the installation page. Please note, you will need
your Windows 98SE Installation CD when installing the drivers.
7) Repeat the steps listed under “Connecting the NexStar 2 to your computer.”
Note: Microsoft has declared that it will extend support for Windows 98 through June 2006.
However, some of the information or links on the Windows 98 support page may be
outdated. Vantec is not responsible for any information, or lack thereof, on Microsoft’s
Windows 98 support page.