StoreJet™ 2.5 IDE
User’s Manual
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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing Transcend’s StoreJet™ 2.5. This tiny, Ultra-portable, Hi-Speed USB
storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing and
transferring your vital data and information. With a huge storage capacity and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data
transfer rates, the compact StoreJet™ 2.5 is ideal for storing and transferring your files, folders,
documents, photos, music and e-work between it and any desktop, or notebook computer. In addition, the
StoreJet™ 2.5 comes with a very useful software (please see the Software User’s Manual for detailed
instructions) pack that can (used in Windows®) increase your productivity. The User’s Manual and
accompanying Software User’s Guide are written to help you get the most from your new device, please
read both in detail before using the StoreJet™ 2.5.
Package Contents
The StoreJet™ 2.5 package includes the following items:
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StoreJet™ 2.5
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Driver CD
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Mini USB to USB A-Type cable (USB Y cable)
Quick Instruction Guide
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Features
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Hi-Speed USB 2.0 compliant and USB 1.1 backwards compatible
Easy Plug and Play installation
Optional 2.5” Hard Disk Drive (80GB/120GB)
Ultra-Portability
OneTouch Auto-Backup function
Powered via the USB port. No external power or battery needed
Hi-Speed data transfer rates up to 480Mbits (60MB) per second
Additional StoreJet Software pack: StoreJet™ elite (helps you manage your data)
LED indicates the status of power on, data transfer activity, HDD locked, and HDD Power
saving.
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Power Management
System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of following Operating Systems (OS):
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Windows® Me
Windows® 2000
Windows® XP
Windows® Vista
Mac™ OS 9.0, or later
Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or later
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Safety Precautions
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
Your StoreJet™ 2.5 is connected to a computer using a Mini USB (on the StoreJet™) to USB
A-Type (on a Desktop, Notebook) cable. Please ensure that you connect the cable ends to
the ports correctly.
General Use
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Carefully unpack the contents of the StoreJet™ 2.5 package.
During operation, avoid exposing your StoreJet™ 2.5 to extreme temperatures above 60℃, or
below 5℃.
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Do not drop your StoreJet™ 2.5.
Do not allow your StoreJet™ 2.5 to become damp or wet from water or any other liquids.
Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
Do not use or store your StoreJet™ 2.5 in any of the listed environments:
o Direct sunlight
o Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
o In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
Backing Up Data
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Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation.
If you decide to store data on your StoreJet™ 2.5 we strongly advise that you regularly backup
the data to a computer, or other storage medium.
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To ensure High-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when using your StoreJet™ 2.5 with a
computer, please check that the computer has the relevant USB drivers. If you are unsure
about how to check this, please consult the computer or motherboard User’s Manual for USB
driver information.
Transporting
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Do not pack your StoreJet™ 2.5 into luggage without the proper padded support. Other items
in the luggage may damage your StoreJet™ 2.5 if it does not have the proper protection.
Avoid squeezing your StoreJet™ 2.5 to prevent damage to the internal HDD.
Avoid placing objects onto your StoreJet™ 2.5 to prevent damaging it.
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Power
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The StoreJet™ 2.5 is powered directly via a computer USB port; however, the power supplied
by the USB port on some older computers is below the required 5V DC power. In this instance,
please connect the other USB A-Type connector from the provided USB Y cable to a USB port
on the computer, this will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.
The other USB A-Type connector is used to provide additional power.
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Please use the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable that came with the StoreJet™ 2.5 to connect it
to a computer, and always ensure that the cable you are using is in good condition. NEVER
use a cable that is frayed or damaged.
Ensure nothing is resting on the USB cable and that the cable is not located where it can be
tripped over or stepped on.
Reminders
Always follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove your
StoreJet™ from a computer.
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Product Overview
Figure 1. StoreJet 2.5
Screws x 2
Mini USB Port
OneTouch Auto-Backup Button
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Installing a Hard Drive
Installing a Hard Drive
If you purchased a StoreJet™ 2.5 (TS0GSJ25R/S/B) that does not have a Hard Disk Drive already
installed, please read this section, otherwise you can skip to the “Driver Installation” section.
1. Open the StoreJet™ 2.5 by removing the two screws from either side of the top cover, as indicated in
the diagram.
Figure 2. Remove the screws from the top cover
2. Remove the cover revealing a control board adapter; this converts the IDE interface connector of the
hard drive to a Mini USB 2.0 interface.
Figure 3. Remove the top cover revealing the IDE adapter
3. It is IMPORTANT! to properly line up and then plug in the IDE connector pins on the hard drive to the
adapter sockets. Do NOT force the pins into their sockets and do NOT insert the hard disk at an angle;
otherwise, you may damage the IDE connector pins. If a pin on the hard drive gets bent, do not panic;
simply straighten the pin gently using a pair of tweezers.
Figure 4. Connect the hard drive to the IDE adapter
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4. Carefully reinsert the IDE adapter and its connected 2.5” hard drive into the StoreJet™ 2.5 and
reattach the screws to the top cover.
Figure 5. Reinsert the adapter plus drive and reattach the screws
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Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows® Me, 2000, XP and Vista
No drivers are required. These Windows® Operating Systems have built-in drivers to support the
StoreJet™ 2.5. Plug your StoreJet™ into an available USB port and Windows will install the necessary
files. A new Local Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter representing the StoreJet™ 2.5 will
appear in the My Computer window.
Driver Installation for Mac™ OS 9.0, or Later
No drivers are required. Plug your StoreJet™ 2.5 into an available USB port and your computer will
automatically detect it.
Figure 6. Mac Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later
No drivers are required. Plug your StoreJet™ 2.5 into a USB port and mount it.
1. First create a directory for the StoreJet™ 2.5.
Example: mkdir /mnt/Storejet
2. Then, mount the StoreJet™ 2.5.
Example: mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/Storejet
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Connecting to a Computer
If you want to use the StoreJet™ 2.5 as an External Hard Disk Drive to upload/download data to, or from
your computer you will need to connect it to a USB port on the computer using the provided
Large End Small End
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Extra USB connector used to provide additional power
Figure 7. Mini USB to USB A-Type Cable (USB Y cable)
1. Plug the small end of the USB Y cable into the Mini USB port on the StoreJet™ 2.5.
2. Plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer.
＊ On some older computers, the power supplied by the USB port is below the required 5V DC power. In
this instance, please connect the other USB A-Type connector from the provided USB Y cable to
another USB port on the computer. This will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.
Figure 8. Connecting to a Computer
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3. When the StoreJet™ 2.5 is successfully connected to a computer the StoreJet™’s Power LED will light
up, a new Local Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window
and a Hardware
drive comes formatted for NTFS.
icon will appear on the Windows System Tray. The StoreJet™ 2.5’s internal hard
Figure 9. *F: is an example drive letter, the letter in your "My Computer" window may differ
4. At this stage the StoreJet™ 2.5 is a Peripheral device and is powered by the computer’s USB port.
You can use the StoreJet™ 2.5 as an external hard drive in conjunction with your computer to
upload/download data. You can download data to the StoreJet™ 2.5 simply by dragging and dropping
files, or folders onto the Local Disk drive letter that represents the StoreJet™ 2.5.
5. If you have setup the bundled Transcend StoreJet™ elite you can press the StoreJet™ 2.5’s
OneTouch “Backup Button” once to Backup your data.
Figure 10. OneTouch Auto-Backup Button
6. Please be advised, if you are using the StoreJet™ 2.5 with a notebook computer, it is better to run the
notebook using AC power. The reason for this is that the notebook’s battery will run out of power more
quickly because the StoreJet™ 2.5 needs to draw power from the USB port.
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Disconnecting from a Computer
NEVER disconnect the StoreJet™ from a Computer when its LED is flashing.
Removing the StoreJet™ 2.5 in Windows® Me, 2000, XP and Vista
1. Select the Hardware
icon on the system tray.
2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue.
Figure 11. Safely Remove Hardware
3. A window will appear stating, “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely
removed from the system.”
Figure 12. Safe to Remove Hardware
WARNING! To prevent data loss, always use this procedure to remove the StoreJet™ from
Windows® Me, 2000, XP and Vista.
Removing the StoreJet™ 2.5 in Mac™ OS 9.0, or Later
Drag and drop the Disk icon that represents your StoreJet™ 2.5 into the trashcan. Then unplug your
StoreJet™ 2.5 from the USB port.
Remove the StoreJet™ 2.5 in Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later
Execute umount /mnt/Storejet to un-mount the device. Then unplug your StoreJet™ 2.5 from the USB
port.
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Formatting the Hard Drive
The StoreJet™ 2.5 contains a Hard Disk Drive and can therefore be formatted. The StoreJet™ 2.5’s
internal hard drive comes formatted for NTFS.
WARNING! Formatting the Disk will erase all of the data on your StoreJet™ 2.5.
1. Plug the StoreJet™ 2.5 into an available USB port.
2. In the Windows® OS open My Computer, and right-click on the new Local Disk that represents the
StoreJet™ 2.5.
3. Select “Format” in the drop down menu to format the StoreJet™ 2.5.
Figure 13. Formatting the drive
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Figure 14. Format options
5.4. Click on the “OK” button to complete and exit formatting the drive.
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Troubleshooting
If a problem occurs with your StoreJet™ 2.5, please first check the information listed below before taking
your StoreJet™ 2.5 for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem from the following hints, please consult
your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on
our websites.
Software CD cannot auto-run in Windows®
Go to the Device Manager in the Control Panel and enable the Auto-Insert function of the CD-ROM
drive. Alternatively, you can manually run the “StoreJet.EXE” file on the driver CD.
Operating system cannot detect the StoreJet™ 2.5
Check the following:
1. Is your StoreJet™ 2.5 properly connected to the USB port? If not, unplug it and plug it in again. If it is
properly connected, try using another available USB port.
2. Are you using the USB cable that came in the StoreJet™ 2.5 pack? If not, try using the Transcend
USB cable to connect the StoreJet™ to the computer.
3. The StoreJet™ 2.5 is powered directly via a computer USB port; however, the power supplied by the
USB port on some older computers is below the required 5V DC power. In this instance, please
connect the other USB A-Type connector from the USB Y cable to a USB port on the computer. This
will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.
The other USB A-Type connector is used to provide additional power.
4. Is your StoreJet™ 2.5 connected to the Mac™ keyboard? If yes, unplug it and plug it into an available
USB port on your Mac™ Desktop.
5. Is the USB port enabled? If not, refer to the user’s manual of your computer (or motherboard) to
enable it.
Cannot Power ON
Check the following:
1. Check that your StoreJet™ 2.5 is properly connected to the USB port on the computer.
2. Check that the USB port is working properly. If not, try using an alternative USB port.
Cannot find the file that was just copied to the StoreJet™
You should always open a transferred file in its new location to ensure it has transferred successfully.
Re-copy the file and refer to the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the StoreJet™ 2.5
after the copy process is completed.
A File that was just deleted still appears
Re-delete the file and refer to the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the StoreJet™
2.5 after the delete process is completed.
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Specifications
• Size (L x W x H):
• Weight:
129 mm × 79.9 mm × 13 mm
88g (without hard drive)
• Storage Media:
• Power Supply:
• Max. Transfer Speeds:
2.5-inch IDE Hard Disk Drive
5V DC supplied from the USB port(s)
480Mbits (60MB) per second
• Operating Temperature: 5℃ (41℉) to 55℃ (131℉)
• Storage Temperature:
• Humidity:
-40℃ (-40℉) to 70℃ (158℉)
8% to 90% RH
• Certificates:
• Warranty:
CE, FCC, BSMI
2-years
Ordering Information
Device Description
StoreJet™ 2.5 Silver
StoreJet™ 2.5 Blue
StoreJet™ 2.5 Red
Memory Size
0GB
Transcend P/N
TS0GSJ25S
TS0GSJ25B
TS0GSJ25R
TS80GSJ25S
TS120GSJ25T
0GB
0GB
StoreJet™ 2.5 80GB Sliver
80GB
StoreJet™ 2.5 120GB Titanium
120GB
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Transcend Limited Warranty
“Above and Beyond” is the standard we set ourselves for customer service at Transcend. We
consistently position ourselves to be significantly above the industry norm, which is all part of
our commitment to Customer Satisfaction.
All Transcend information, Inc. (Transcend) products are warranted and tested to be free from defects
in material and workmanship and to conform to the published specifications. During the warranty period
should your Transcend StoreJet™ 2.5 fail under normal use in the recommended environment due to
improper workmanship or materials, Transcend will repair the product or replace it with a comparable one.
This warranty is subject to the conditions and limitations set forth herein.
Duration of Warranty: The Transcend StoreJet™ 2.5 is covered by this warranty for a period of two (2)
years from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase including the date of purchase is required to collect on
the warranty. Transcend will inspect the product and decide whether to repair or replace it. Transcend
reserves the right to provide a functional equivalent product, or a refurbished replacement product.
Limitations: This warranty does not apply to product failure caused by accidents, abuse, mishandling,
improper installation, alteration, acts of nature, improper usage, or problems with electrical power. In
addition, opening or tampering with the product casing, or any physical damage, abuse or alteration to the
product’s surface, including all warranty or quality stickers, product serial or electronic numbers will also
void the product warranty. Transcend is not responsible for recovering any data lost due to the failure of a
hard drive device. Transcend’s StoreJet™ 2.5 must be used with devices that conform to the
recommended industry standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a third party
device that causes the Transcend StoreJet™ 2.5 to fail. Transcend shall in no event be liable for any
consequential, indirect, or incidental damages, lost profits, lost business investments, lost goodwill, or
interference with business relationships as a result of lost data. Transcend is also not responsible for
damage or failure of any third party equipment, even if Transcend has been advised of the possibility.
This limitation does not apply to the extent that it is illegal or unenforceable under applicable law.
Disclaimer: The foregoing limited warranty is exclusive. There are no other warranties, including any
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty is not affected in any
part by Transcend providing technical support or advice.
Online Registration: To expedite the warranty service, please register your Transcend Product within 30
days of purchase.
Register online at http://www.transcendusa.com/registration
＊ The specifications mentioned above are subject to change without notice.
Transcend Information, Inc.
*The Transcend logo is a registered trademark of Transcend Information, Inc.
*All logos and marks are trademarks of their respective companies.
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