Vantec NEXSTAR 2 NST-355U2 - Manual (Page 19)

Disconnecting the NexStar 2 17
6.2. NexStar 2 External 5.25” IDE Enclosure:
Windows 98SE/ME/XP/2000:
1) Make sure all operations using the hard drive within the NexStar 2 has
ceased.
2) Close any windows and programs pertaining to the NexStar 2.
3) If a CD/DVD drive is installed in the NexStar 2, eject any CD/DVD media in the
tray.
4) If connected by USB, double click the green “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon
in the system tray and select [Safely Remove Hardware]. Select the device
you wish to remove and click on [Stop]. The system should prompt, “It is now
safe to remove the USB device.” If not, wait for any programs still using the
device to finish and try again.
6) Turn off the NexStar 2.
5) Unplug the USB/Firewire cable from the system.
Mac OS:
1) Make sure all operations using the hard drive within the NexStar 2 has
ceased.
2) Close any windows and programs pertaining to the NexStar 2.
3) If a drive is mounted to the desktop, drag the NexStar 2 drive to the trash. If a
CD/DVD drive is installed in the NexStar 2, eject any CD/DVD media in the
tray.
4) Turn off the NexStar 2.
5) Unplug the USB/Firewire cable from the system.
Warning: NEVER remove the NexStar 2 while the device in the enclosure is in
use. Doing so may damage the device in the enclosure, the NexStar 2, or the
computer.