1. | 1. For IDE / PATA hard drives; set drives to Master jumper settings. Master jumper settings should be located on main hard drive label. |
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2. | Attach hard drive to the unit. |
3. | Interface Connections: - For desktops, plug USB / FW cable directly into the port located at the rear of your PC.
- For notebooks, plug USB / FW cable into any ports located on the notebook.
- Please refrain from using external USB / FW hubs or other case USB / FW ports (for PCs).
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4. | Plug the power adaptor into the unit and turn it on; make sure the hard drive has vibrations. |
5. | Windows will detect and pre-install drivers automatically. |
6. | Make sure hard drive is partitioned / formatted through disk management (for new drives). |
7. | Older hard drives, please verify under disk management that your drive is partitioned / formatted. You may need to assign a new drive letter manually. |
Note: Notebook or desktop units from proprietary companies like Compaq, Dell, HP, etc. may have security features that blocks detection of the drive when installed to other units or enclosures. |