StarTech.com USB3SSATAIDE - Manual (Page 6)

Instruction Manual
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Installation
WARNING:
• Do not disconnect any cables or power sources while the connected hard drive(s)
is/are active. This can result in data loss and possible damage to the hard drive.
To avoid this, please follow the steps outlined in the section entitled Removing
Connected Drives.
• Please ensure that the hard drive(s) has(have) been connected to the adapter prior
to connecting the adapter to the host computer.
Hardware Installation
1. Ensure the mini-switches on the power adapter are
set to the OFF position.
2. Insert the dual-cylinder connector provided by the
main power cord into the corresponding port on
the power adapter brick.
3. (OPTIONAL) Connect the small, cylindrical power connector (splits off from LP4
connector) provided by the Switching Power Adapter to the corresponding power
port on the Hard Drive Adapter. This is only required if the Hard Drive Adapter
cannot draw enough power directly from the USB port.
4. Connect the remaining connector of the assembled power adapter to an available
wall outlet or power bar.
Connect the Drive(s) to the Hard Drive Adapter
WARNING! Hard drives and storage enclosures require careful handling, especially
when being transported. If you are not careful with your hard disk, lost data may
result. Always handle your hard drive and storage device with caution. Be sure that
you are properly grounded by wearing an anti-static strap when handling computer
components or discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large
grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds.
NOTE: if you are using two IDE hard drives concurrently, one of the drives must be set to
act as a Master drive, and the other as slave. If you are using a 3.5” IDE drive and a SATA
drive together, the IDE drive must be set to act as a Slave drive. For further information
on this, please consult the documentation that accompanied the hard drive(s) at the
time of purchase.