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USER GUIDE
Aleratec
1:3 HDD Copy Dock Duplicator™
Part No. 350117
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Copyright/Model Identification 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
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Radio/TV Interference 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
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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. www.aleratec.com
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Table of Contents Introduction ...................................................................................................1 Product Features ...................................................................................................1 Key Items .............................................................................................................2 HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Display Panel and Buttons ....................................3 Precautions ............................
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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 ▪ Su
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Introduction Key Items HDD Release SATA HDD Buttons Drive Slots Display Main Panel Power Button Individual Controller HDD Power Buttons Buttons Power Cord USB 3.0 Port eSATA Port Port Note: Choose a Good Location 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, high humidity, high temperatures, electromagnetic radiation, mechanical vibration or shock. 3. Good care will hel
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Introduction HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Display Panel and Buttons (Actual display may vary from illustration) 1 2 4 6 UP ENT == Duplication Mode == POWER 1. Copy HDD ESC DOWN 3 5 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
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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 Choose a Good Location 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 vibr
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Overview Changing to Duplicator Mode from PC Mode (Dock) During the normal power-up sequence of the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator, the following information will be displayed: • Power on unit: UP ENT Aleratec PC Mode HDD Duplicator POWER 1-1 ver: 0.92C DOWN ESC • Press either the UP, DOWN, ESC or ENT button to display: UP ENT == Main Menu == HDD Duplicator POWER Duplicator Mode 1-1 ver: DOWN ESC • Press the ENT button to display: UP ENT You are going to HDD Duplicator POWER Duplicator Mode 1-1 v
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Loading Hard Drives 1. Use the included power adapter and cord to plug the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator into a power outlet. 2. Insert the SATA Hard Drive you want to copy into the slot marked “SOURCE DISK 4”. When inserting, align the SATA port on the Hard Drive with the SATA connector in the drive bay slot. Press the “SOURCE DISK 4” power button on the front of the unit to power up the drive. 3. Insert the destination SATA Hard Drives into the slots marked
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Duplicator Mode Main Menu: Copy HDD The “Copy HDD” function performs an actual copy from the source HDD to the target HDD. The target HDD must be at least as large as the source. The HDD Copy Dock Duplicator will copy every block of capacity on the source HDD. 1. Load the source HDD and the target HDD(s) into the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator. The system will auto-detect the hard drives. After the drives have been detected, a screen similar to the one below
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Duplicator Mode Main Menu: Compare HDD The “Compare HDD” function performs a comparison of data from the source hard drive to the data on the target hard drive. 1. With the source and target HDDs loaded use the arrow buttons to select “Compare HDD”. The following screen will be displayed: UP ENT == Dup. Menu == HDD Duplicator POWER 2. Copy HDD 1-1 ver: DOWN ESC 2. Press ENT to continue. UP ENT Are you sure? HDD Duplicator POWER Enter: Yes E
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Duplicator Mode Main Menu: ReScan Bus The “ReScan Bus” function causes the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator to redetect connected hard drives. This can be used when you change drives without restarting the system. 1. Use the arrow buttons to select “ReScan BUS”. The following screen will be displayed: ENT UP HDD Duplicator 3. ReScan BUS POWER 1-1 ver: ESC DOWN 2. Press ENT to select. The system will prompt you to confirm that you wish to proceed. UP ENT Y HD
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Duplicator Mode Main Menu: Source Size The “Source Size” function is used to display the capacity of the source hard drive. 1. With the source HDD loaded, use the arrow buttons to select “Source Size”. The following screen will be displayed: UP ENT 4. Source Size HDD Duplicator POWER 1-1 ver: DOWN ESC 2. Press ENT to display the capacity of the source hard drive. UP ENT HDD Duplicator Source Capacity: POWER 74.5 GB 1-1 ver: DOWN ESC www.
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Setup Setup Menu The “Setup” menu contains configuration options for the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator. It is suggested to use the factory defaults for optimum performance. 1. Use the arrow buttons to select “Setup”. The following screen will be displayed: UP ENT HDD Duplicator 5. Setup POWER 1-1 ver: DOWN ESC Note: After changing any of the configuration options, you must press ENT to accept the change. www.aleratec.com 11
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Duplicator Mode Setup Menu: 5-1 Auto Compare (Not Supported) Duplicator Mode Setup Menu: 5-2 Button Sound This option allows you to enable or disable the beeping sound heard when you press a button. 1. Use the arrow buttons select “Setup”. The following screen will be displayed: ENT UP HDD Duplicator 5. Setup POWER 1-1 ver: ESC DOWN 2. Press ENT and use the arrow buttons to scroll to “Button Sound”. The following screen will be displayed: UP ENT HDD
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator Duplicator Mode Setup Menu: 5-3 Device Info This option displays information about any hard drives connected to the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator. 1. Use the arrow buttons to scroll to “Setup”. The following screen will be displayed: ENT UP HDD Duplicator 5. Setup POWER 1-1 ver: ESC DOWN 2. Press ENT and use the arrow buttons to scroll to “Device Info”. The following screen will be displayed: UP ENT 5-3. Setup: HDD Duplicator POWER 1-1 ver: Device Info. DOW
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Using the HDD Copy Dock Duplicator PC Mode PC Mode Setup 1. Use the arrow buttons to scroll to “PC Mode”. The following screen will be displayed: ENT UP HDD Duplicator 6. PC Mode POWER 1-1 ver: ESC DOWN 2. Press ENT and use the arrow buttons to scroll to “PC Mode”. The following screen will be displayed: UP ENT HDD Duplicator You are going to PC Mode POWER 1-1 ver: DOWN ESC 3. Press ENT to select. The system will prompt you to confirm that you wish to proceed. ENT UP HDD Dup
