Aleratec 13 HDD Copy Dock Duplicator User Guide
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USER GUIDE Aleratec 1:3 HDD \fopy Doc\b Dup\Hlicator™ Part No. 350117
www.aleratec.com \fopyright/Model Iden\Htification The content of this manual is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. Under copyright laws, this manual and the software described within may not be copied, except in the normal use of the product(s) described within or to make a backup copy. Copyright© 2012 Aleratec, Inc. 9851 Owensmouth Avenue Chatsworth, CA 91311 U.S.A. www.aleratec.com Aleratec is a registered trademark and 1:3 HDD Copy Dock Duplicator™ is a trademark of Aleratec, Inc. \fhec\b out Aleratec Online! ••Blog.Aleratec.com ••Facebook.com/Alera\wtec ••Tw\ftter.com/Aleratec ••YouTube.com/Aleratec Please record the following information to help expedite any warranty claim: Model No. _________________________Serial No.________________________ Date Purchased _______________________________________________________ Place of Purchase _____________________________________________________
www.aleratec.com Radio/TV Interfere\Hnce Statement The equipment described in this guide emits radio frequency energy. If it is not installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, it may cause interference with radio or television reception. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency ener gy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, this equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be verified by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an electrical outlet on a circuit that is different from the circuit to which the receiver is connected. • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to FCC Rules. In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with non- approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and/or modifications made to this equipment, without the approval of manufacturer, could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
www.aleratec.com Safety Regulations WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the housing. Refer servicing to authorized personnel only.
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Table of \fontents
Introduction ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H.........1
Product Features ...................................................................................................1
Key Items .............................................................................................................2
HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Display Panel and Buttons ....................................3
Precautions ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H.........4
Installation ............................................................................................................4
Choose a Good Location ......................................................................................4
Operation ..............................................................................................................4
Transportation ......................................................................................................4
Overview ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..............5
Changing to Duplicator Mode from PC Mode (Dock) ........................................5
Using the HDD \fopy D\Hoc\b Duplicator ..................\H..................\H..................\H.6
Loading Hard Drives ....................................................................................6
Duplicator Mode .........................................................................................7
Main Menu: Copy HDD ..............................................................................7
Main Menu: Compare HDD ........................................................................8
Main Menu: ReScan Bus .............................................................................9
Main Menu: Source HDD Size ..................................................................10
Setup ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H.................11
Setup Menu ................................................................................................11
Setup Menu: 5-1 Auto Compare (Not Supported) .....................................12
Setup Menu: 5-2 Button Sound..................................................................12
Setup Menu: 5-3 Device Info .....................................................................13
P\f Mode ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H...........14
Advanced Setup ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H................15
Advanced Setup Menu ...............................................................................15
Advanced Setup Menu: 7-1 Read Error Skip ............................................16
Advanced Setup Menu: 7-4 System Info ...................................................17
Specifications ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H...18
Troubleshooting ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H.................18
Available Adapters ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H.............19
Technical Support ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H..............20
Service and Support\H ..................\H..................\H..................\H..................\H...........21
Technical Support FAX Bac\b Form ..................\H..................\H..................\H.....24
www.aleratec.com1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the 1:3 HDD Copy Dock Duplicator. Please read this User Guide thoroughly before using this product. Product Features The 1:3 HDD Copy Dock Duplicator™ is a Hard Disk Drive Duplicator that can also function as a Hard Disk Drive USB Docking Station. • Duplicator Features ▪Hard Disk Drive Duplicator ▪Makes Hard Disk Drive copies/backups ▪Quick-load drive bays ▪Supports 2.5” and 3.5” SATA Hard Disk Drives ▪Standalone operation, no computer required ▪Supports Compact Flash (CF) memory, CFast Memory and 50mm mSATA SSDs with optional adapters, not included. See page 20. • Quad SATA HDD USB Docking Station ▪Connect up to 4 Hard Disk Drives to your computer through USB 3.0, USB 2.0 or eSATA NOTE: In either mode, yo\f\y m\fst rescan b\fs whe\yn attaching\bremovin\yg hard drives so that the system \ycan rescan the dri\yves.
www.aleratec.com2 Introduction Key Items Note: Choose a Good Loc\yation 1. Allow adeq\fate clea\yrance for moving par\yts. 2. Do not place near \yheat so\frces s\fch a\ys radiators or air\y d\fcts, or in a plac\ye s\fbject to direct\y s\fnlight, excessiv\ye d\fst, high h\fmidity, high temperat\fres\y, electromagnetic r\yadiation, mechanical vibratio\yn or shock. 3. Good care will hel\yp ass\fre maxim\fm pr\yod\fct life. Improper\y operating environme\ynt and mis\fse may v\yoid the warranty. USB 3.0 PorteSATA PortPower Cord Port DisplayPanel ControllerB\fttons MainPowerB\ftton HDD Release B\fttons Individ\fal HDD Power B\fttons SATA HDDDrive Slots
www.aleratec.com3 Introduction HDD \fopy Doc\b Duplica\Htor Display Panel a\Hnd Buttons (Actual display may vary from illustration) 1. LCD display shows all functions and messages 2. UP button is used to scroll backward through functions or menus 3. DOWN button is used to scroll forward through functions or menus 4. ENT button is used to execute a selected function, or enter a menu 5. ESC button is used to cancel a selected function, or exit a menu 6. POWER button is used to turn on the unit. UP== Duplication Mod\He ==1. \fopy HDD 14 DOWN 5 2 3 ENT ES\f POWER 6
www.aleratec.com4 Precautions Before installing your HDD Copy Dock Duplicator, please read the following. Installation Avoid placing the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator in a location subject to: • High humidity • High temperature • Excessive dust • Mechanical vibration • Direct sunlight • Electromagnetic radiation \fhoose a Good Locat\Hion 1. Allow adequate clearance for moving parts. 2. Do not place near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock. 3. Disconnect the AC adapter from the outlet if the product is not used for an extended period of time. 4. Proper care will help assure maximum product life. Improper operating environment and misuse may void the warranty. Operation Do not move the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator during operation. This may cause a malfunction or other undesirable results. Avoid exposing the unit to sudden changes in temperature as condensation may form inside the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator. Should the surrounding temperature suddenly rise while the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator is on, wait at least one hour before turning off the power. Operating the duplicator immediately after a sudden increase in temperature may result in a malfunction. Transportation Keep the original packing materials for future moving or shipping of the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator.