Sweex External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box Owner's manual

Sweex
Brand
Sweex
Model
External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box
Category
HDD/SSD enclosures
Type
Owner's manual

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Sweex External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box is a portable storage solution that allows you to quickly and easily connect an additional 2.5" hard disk to your PC or notebook via USB 2.0. It supports large hard disks up to 80 GB with an additional power supply provided by the second USB connector. The device offers a simple backup procedure that can be initiated with a single button press.

Sweex External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box is a portable storage solution that allows you to quickly and easily connect an additional 2.5" hard disk to your PC or notebook via USB 2.0. It supports large hard disks up to 80 GB with an additional power supply provided by the second USB connector. The device offers a simple backup procedure that can be initiated with a single button press.

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ST030 Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution SATA USB 2.0
Introduction
First of all, many thanks for purchasing the Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution SATA USB 2.0. By means of this external casing you can quickly
and easily connect an additional 2.5" hard disk to your PC or notebook. You can start your own pre-programmed backup procedure by a push of a
button. The external casing has a USB 2.0 connection.
To ensure this product operates correctly, we advise you to carefully read this manual first. If despite this manual you still experience problems during
installation or operation of this product, go to www.sweex.com and look under the heading service & support.
In order to fully enjoy the Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution, it is important to observe a number of things:
• Do not expose the Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution to extreme temperatures. Do not place the device in direct sunlight or in the direct
vicinity of heating elements.
• Do not use the Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution in extremely dusty or moist surroundings.
• Protect the device against powerful shocks or jolts – they may damage the internal electronics.
Driver installation under Windows 2000, Windows XP and Vista
No drivers are required for use under Windows 2000, Windows XP and Vista. We advise you to ensure the operating system is up-to-date. This is
easy to check by starting up Internet Explorer and selecting the option “Windows Update” in the “Extra” menu.
Driver installation under Windows 98SE
We advise you to ensure the operating system is up-to-date before you start the installation. This is easy to check by starting up Internet Explorer and
selecting the option “Windows Update” in the “Extra” menu.
Insert the Sweex CD-ROM in the CD-ROM player. The autorun menu will start automatically. In this menu, select “Drivers Windows 98SE” and
complete the installation procedure.
Connecting the Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution SATA USB 2.0
1. Start up the computer and wait until Windows has started up fully.
2. Connect the USB cable to the Sweex External 2.5" Storage Solution and to a free USB port on the computer. The second USB connector supplies
the hard disk with additional power. This may be required when using hard disks of more than 80 GB.
3. Click on “My computer” (“My computer”) to access the new hard disk.
Activating a hard disk under Windows 2000, Windows XP and Vista
If a new hard disk does not show up under “My computer” (“My computer”), it has probably not been formatted yet. This is often the case with
new hard disks.
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1. Go to the “Control Panel” (“Control Panel”) and then go to “Administrative Tools" (“Administrative Tools").
2. Go to “Computer management” (“Computer management”) and “Disk management” (“Disk management”).
3. A window to start up the procedure to format the disk will automatically appear. If it does not, right-click the new disk in the window. Please be
aware that your new disk may have a number that is different from the one in the picture.
4. Right-click in the grey area on the left to initialise the disk. If this is not required, you can start formatting the disk by right-clicking
in the white area.
After this procedure, the disk is ready for use.
Activating a hard disk under Windows 98SE
1. Go to “Start” “Settings” (“Settings”) “Control Panel” (“Control Panel”).
2. Double-click on “System” ("System") and select the tab entitled “Device Manager” (“Device Manager”).
3. Under “Disk drives” (“Disk drives”) you will find the new external hard disk, indicated as USB or removable disk.
4. Right-click it and select “Properties” (“Properties”).
5. Go to the tab entitled “Settings” (“Settings”) and tick “Removable” (“Removable”).
6. Click “OK” to save the settings.
7. The disk now shows under “My computer” (“My computer”) as a removable hard disk.
Warranty
All products under the Sweex brand are warranted for a period of three years. We do not grant support or warranties for any software and/or
(rechargeable) batteries included. Settlement of guarantee only takes place via the dealer where you have purchased the product in question.
The rightful owner has and retains title to all brand names and related rights mentioned in this manual.
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Sweex External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box Owner's manual

Sweex
Brand
Sweex
Model
External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box
Category
HDD/SSD enclosures
Type
Owner's manual
This manual is also suitable for

Sweex External 2.5" SATA USB 2.0 Storage Box is a portable storage solution that allows you to quickly and easily connect an additional 2.5" hard disk to your PC or notebook via USB 2.0. It supports large hard disks up to 80 GB with an additional power supply provided by the second USB connector. The device offers a simple backup procedure that can be initiated with a single button press.

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