AZiO™ External HD Kit Quick Start Guide Model # ENC211SU31
OVERVIEW Thank you for purchasing the AZiO USB 2.0 Mobile HD kit, one of the most stylish and practical data storage solutions available. This AZiO HD Kit can convert your internal serial ATA 2.5” hard disk drive into an external hi-speed mobile storage device. Use it to store your collection of documents, photos, media files, and/or backup all your important data. This external drive kit is very easy to install, is hot-swappable, and is backed by AZiO Corporation’s 1-year Limited Warranty.
FEATURES Supports all 2.5” SATA Hard Disk Drives Dual Interface: eSATA & USB 2.0 Transfer rates up to 3Gbps with eSATA Transfer rates up to 480Mbps with USB 2.0 Hot-Swappable: Plug and plays without rebooting Aluminum design to keep your drive running cool Bus-powered (via USB 2.0) and compact sized, perfect for the mobile professional Featuring Smart Pull-Out Tray for easy installation POWERING UP THE DEVICE There are two ways to power this AZiO device, via USB or power adapter.
DRIVE INSTALLATION [STEP 1] Using your thumb and index finger, firmly press the enclosure release latches and gently pull out the front plastic bezel/drive carrier.
[STEP 2] The Drive Kit PCB contains the interface connector for you’re your hard drive. Orient your 2.5” hard drive so that the drives connectors are aligned with the interface connector. Install the hard drive by firmly pushing the drive until it is securely connected to the PCB. Do not touch the PCB as it contains sensitive electronics that can be easily damaged.
[STEP 3] Position your hard drive on the carrier so that the screw holes at the bottom of the drive are aligned with the screw holes in the plastic carrier. With a small Philips screw driver, screw the drive to the carrier using the supplied screws. Make sure all screws are secure and the drive is firmly mounted on the carrier.
[STEP 4] Close the drive kit by carefully sliding the drive carrier back into the Drive Enclosure, making sure the release latches securely locks the carrier in place. Your external drive is now ready for use.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION USB 2.0 Driver Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. For Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, MAC OS 9.x and MAC OS 10.x or higher, no drivers are required. For Windows 98SE, insert the software CD and click follow the instructions below. After the drive has been properly connected and powered on, the Add New Hardware Wizard should appear with the message: “Found New Hardware USB 2.0 Storage Adapter.” Click Next.
eSATA Driver Installation No drivers are required for all supported operating systems. Windows XP and 2000 Hard Drive Installation If the external hard drive does not mount after you have plugged-in and turned on your external drive, you will need to partition and format the drive by doing the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. RIGHT-CLICK on “MY COMPUTER”, click on “Manage”. Click on “DISK MANAGEMENT”. A list of all the drives in your system will be displayed.
Windows 98SE and ME Hard Drive Installation If the external hard drive does not mount after you have plugged-in and turned on your drive kit, you would need to partition and format the drive by doing the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. RIGHT-CLICK on “MY COMPUTER”, then click on “PROPERTIES”. Click on “DEVICE MANGER”. Click on “DISK DRIVES”. DOUBLE-CLICK on the drive that corresponds to the external hard drive. Click on “SETTINGS” tab. Check the REMOVABLE box. Click “OK” then restart the computer.
SERVICE & WARRANTY Service If you need assistance with the product, please check the comprehensive user’s manual included in the software CD or visit our website at www.aziocorp.com for frequently asked questions and troubleshooting tips. Otherwise, you may contact our dedicated customer care team. There are several ways to contact us: By Phone: (909) 468-1198 By Email: support@aziocorp.com On LiveChat: www.aziocorp.
FCC Information FCC Compliance Statement 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 energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communication.
