Vantec Computer Accessories MRK 300ST BK User Manual

Serial ATA to Serial ATA  
Model: MRK-300ST-BK  
Aluminum Mobile Rack  
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3-1 Introduction  
e EZ-Swap 2 Serial ATA version is as convenient as mobile racks get. e  
EZ-Swap 2 SATA features the ability to directly connect your SATA hard drive  
without going through any additional circuits. Simply place the hard drive  
inside the cartridge, screw it in place, and your done. e EZ-Swap 2 SATA  
also features keyed lock protection to prevent removal while in use. Since it uses  
SATA technology, the EZ-Swap 2 SATA is also hot swappable. Easy, convenient,  
and reliable, the EZ-Swap 2 SATA is the ideal SATA mobile rack.  
EZ-Swap 2 SATA Features  
• Aluminum case design aides in heat dissipation  
• Built-in fan circulates and exhausts high heat generated by high-speed drives to  
maintain a safe operating temperature environment  
• Support Serial ATA hard drives  
• Hot swappable - change hard drives without shutting your system off  
• Supports RAID configurations  
• Drivebaymoduleformountinga3.5-inch hard disk in a 5.25 inch drive bay  
• Convenient pull-out handle  
• Safety lock feature  
• LED indicators for power and drive activity  
• Dimensions: 8.4" (D) x 5.8" (W) x 1.6" (H)  
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Unpacking Your Mobile Rack  
Before installing the Mobile Rack, verify that the following items are included in the  
carton. If any parts are damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer or sales  
representative immediately.  
1.One Mobile Rack Removable Docking Module  
2.Twelve (12) mounting screws  
3.2 keys  
4.One user’s guide  
SATA Basics  
Serial ATA (SATA) is the latest interface standard used for hard drives, optical drives  
(CD/DVD Rom drives), and other computer devices. Because it uses serial technology,  
information is transferred in a single stream, rather than along parallel paths. SATA  
thereby eliminates the restrictions on performance, reliability, and scalability that are  
inherent in standard IDE (parallel ATA) interfaces. SATA offers the speed and reliability  
formerly only found on SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) without the high costs  
and maintenance. SATA allows for RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks)  
systems and the ability to add or remove devices without requiring the system to be  
powered down first.  
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3-2 Hardware Installation  
e Aluminum Mobile Rack Docking Module is designed to install in any PC/AT  
or Pentium-class computer that has an available 5.25-inch half-height drive bay.  
General instructions for installing the Mobile Rack are given since the design of  
computer cases varies. Refer to your computer’s manual whenever in doubt.  
Mobile Rack Components  
e Mobile Rack is comprised of two components:  
Docking Case  
Drive Case  
Mounting  
Holes  
Key-Lock/Power Switch  
Drive Activity  
LED Indicator  
Power ON/OFF  
LED Indicator  
EZ-Swap 2 Mobile Rack Drive Caddy  
Handle  
Side  
Mounting Holes  
EZ-Swap 2 Mobile Rack Drive Case (with cover removed)  
Aluminum Mobile Rack  
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Installing the Mobile Rack Docking Case  
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer and any other connected peripheral  
devices. Follow the precautions for static electricity discharge:  
• Discharge any static electricity build up in your body by touching a grounded  
metal surface such as the computer case, if plugged in.  
• During installation procedures, avoid any contact with internal parts.  
2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the computer.  
3. Remove your computer’s cover.  
4. Remove the computer’s front cover plate from the 5.25-inch drive bay you plan  
to install your Mobile Rack into.  
5. Remove (separate) the Mobile Rack drive case from the docking case by lifting  
the handle and pulling it out.  
6. Slide the docking case into the 5.25-inch drive bay.  
Mounting  
Screws  
Docking Case  
(All Models)  
Mounting  
Screws  
Install the Mobile Rack Docking Case into the Drive Bay  
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7. Position the docking case so its mounting holes align with the drive bay’s  
mounting holes. Secure with the supplied mounting screws (two/four on  
each side.)  
8. Attach the red SATA cable from the back of the unit to an available SATA port  
on the system board or anySATA controller card. Connect the red and white  
HDD Access/Activity signal cable to the HDD signal pins on your system board.  
9. Connect an available 4-pin power cable from the system’s power supply to  
the 4-pin connector on the back of the docking case. e power connector is  
‘D’ shaped to ensure proper orientation when making the connection.  
HDD Access  
Serial ATA (SATA) cable  
Docking Module Data Cable and Power Connectors  
10. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the power and other external  
cabling.  
Mounting a Drive in the Drive Case  
Proceed with the following steps to install a 3.5-inch drive device in the Mobile Rack  
drive case.  
1.Remove the Mobile Rack drive case cover by removing the two mounting screws,  
then sliding the cover towards the back of the unit.  
Slide Cover Off  
Mounting  
Screws (x2)  
Remove the Drive Case Cover  
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2. Carefully position the drive inside the drive case.  
3. Secure the drive in place using the supplied mounting screws. Use the mounting  
holes on the sides or bottom, depending on the design of the drive.  
Mounting  
Screws  
Mounting  
Screws  
Install the Drive in Drive Case  
4. Slide the drive case cover back on and secure with the two mounting screws.  
Slide Cover On  
Mounting  
Screws (x2)  
Mobile Rack Drive Case Ready for Use  
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3-3 Using the Mobile Rack  
WARNING  
•DO NOT remove the drive case while the drive is working.  
Damage to data may result.  
•e Key-Lock must be in the Lock position while in use.  
To insert the Mobile Rack drive case:  
1.Insert the Mobile Rack drive case (with drive installed) into the installed Mobile  
Rack docking case and push firmly until the drive is seated.  
2.Insert the key and turn it right to lock.  
e LED on the Mobile Rack should  
light after a slight delay. e installed Mobile Rack device is ready to use.  
Key-Lock in  
Lock Position  
To remove the Mobile Rack drive case:  
1.Insert the key and turn it left to unlock.  
Note that the power LED on the  
Mobile Rack should now be OFF.  
2.Gently pull on the Mobile Rack handle to slide the drive case out.  
Key-Lock in  
Unlock Position  
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3-4 Troubleshooting  
Q. I installed the EZ-Swap 2 but my computer does not detect the hard drive in it.  
A. Be sure to turn on the EZ-Swap 2 by setting the Key-Lock in the Lock position. e  
EZ-Swap 2 will not turn on unless it is locked. If you are using a brand new drive, make  
sure you initialize, partition and format the drive before trying to use it. is can be done  
using the software that comes with the HARD DRIVE or by using Windows’ Disk  
Management utility.  
Q. e data on my hard drive is corrupt!  
A. Connecting your hard drive to the EZ-Swap 2 is just like connecting a your hard  
drive to the inside of your computer. e EZ-Swap 2 itself will not corrupt your data.  
If your data has become corrupt, it is likely caused by removal of the EZ-Swap 2 cartridge  
while data was still being written to the hard drive.  
NEVER REMOVE THE EZ-SWAP 2 CARTRIDGE WHILE DATA IS BEING  
WRITTEN TO THE HARD DRIVE. Doing may cause the hard drive to become  
corrupt. Make sure all applications being run off the disk and all files in use are no  
longer in use before removing the disk. To be safe, it would be best to shut down your  
system before removing the cartridge.  
SUPPORT section.  
3-5 Warranty  
e EZ-Swap 2 comes with a 3 year limited warranty (90 day parts). If your unit  
for information on how to receive warranty replacement. Cosmetic defects and  
missing parts are not covered under this warranty. Please check the contents of the  
unit to make sure you received all parts. Also, check for any cosmetic flaws. If any  
parts are missing or if there are cosmetic defects, please contact the retailer from which  
you purchased the unit and ask for a replacement.  
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