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Introduction  

 

Overview 

The RDX QuikStor device is a removable, ruggedized, hard disk drive system. It features backup 
application compatibility, high speed transfer rate for fast backups, portable cartridges and high level 
of data reliability. The RDX drive is available as an internal SATA device (see 

Figure 1. RDX Internal 

Drives

) or external USB device (see 

Figure 2. RDX External Drive

).  

Figure 1. RDX Internal Drives 

 

 

3.5-inch Internal SATA Drive 

5.25-inch Internal SATA Drive 

Figure 2. RDX External Drive 

External USB Drive 

Capacity and Transfer Rates 

The capacity and transfer rate of the RDX QuikStor data storage system are outlined in the table 
below (see Table 1). Capacity and transfer rate will vary depending on the RDX cartridge type used. 

Summary of Contents for RDX QuikStor

Page 1: ...TM RDX QuikStor User s Guide Part No 433648 01 August 2006...

Page 2: ...r use of this material whether based on warranty contract or other legal theory Tandberg Data makes no representation or warranty with respect to the contents of this document and specifically disclai...

Page 3: ...tallation Instructions 11 Installing the RDX QuikStor External Drive 12 Installing Unit Software for Windows 13 Using the Drive 14 Operating the RDX QuikStor Unit 14 Handling the RDX Cartridges 14 Loa...

Page 4: ...n the Device Manager Windows 19 Unit Performance Seems Slow 19 RDX Internal Drive 19 RDX External Drive 19 Linux Users 20 Write Error 20 Specifications 21 General 21 Performance 21 Reliability 21 Phys...

Page 5: ...List of Tables Table 1 Capacity and Transfer Rates 8 Table 2 Power Indicator 9 Table 3 Cartridge Indicator 10 5...

Page 6: ...ternal Drives 7 Figure 2 RDX External Drive 7 Figure 3 Front Panel Features 9 Figure 4 RDX Internal SATA Connectors 12 Figure 5 RDX External USB Connectors 13 Figure 6 Loading the Cartridge 15 Figure...

Page 7: ...n internal SATA device see Figure 1 RDX Internal Drives or external USB device see Figure 2 RDX External Drive Figure 1 RDX Internal Drives 3 5 inch Internal SATA Drive 5 25 inch Internal SATA Drive F...

Page 8: ...artridge RDX cartridges are available in different capacity configurations depending on your storage requirements Software The RDX QuikStor works with all industry backup applications that support rem...

Page 9: ...this indicator Indicator Status Meaning Description OFF No Power Unit does not have power Steady GREEN Ready Power is on and the RDX QuikStor unit is working properly Blinking GREEN Ejecting Unit is e...

Page 10: ...tus Meaning Description OFF Not Ready Cartridge is not inserted properly or the unit has no power Steady GREEN Ready Cartridge is ready Blinking GREEN Activity Reading writing seeking Steady AMBER Fau...

Page 11: ...eral devices off before installing the RDX QuikStor unit Installation Instructions 1 Carefully unpack the unit and accessories 2 Turn off the computer 3 Open the computer cover using a screwdriver if...

Page 12: ...SB 2 0 port on the computer see Figure 5 RDX External USB Connectors below 3 Attach the power cable to the power connector see Figure 5 RDX External USB Connectors below and plug it into an outlet 4 S...

Page 13: ...performance The software included on this CD will start automatically during Windows startup and will not interfere with any other applications running on your computer Note If the RDX software is not...

Page 14: ...emes or rapid changes in temperature Never try to force the cartridge into the unit If it is difficult to insert check the orientation and try again Do not drop cartridges where non operational specif...

Page 15: ...e unit grasp the exposed sides of the cartridge and pull the cartridge straight out see Figure 7 Unloading the Cartridge To unload a cartridge using the eject button 4 Push the eject button 5 When the...

Page 16: ...lashing If the cartridge does not eject using either the eject button or the right click eject methods then use the following emergency eject hole method to recover the cartridge 1 Insert a straighten...

Page 17: ...etrieve device and cartridge status information Upgrade the firmware in the RDX QuikStor device Test the unit and the cartridge Using Removable Disk Utility To run the RDX Utility for Windows Click St...

Page 18: ...cartridge due to an obstruction The internal electronics are damaged or malfunctioning Follow these steps to remove a stuck cartridge Insert a straightened paper clip into the Emergency Eject Hole see...

Page 19: ...in the Windows Device Manager and the power indicator is green follow these steps to rescan the hardware 1 Bring up the Device Manager Right click on My Computer Select Manage Select Device Manager 1...

Page 20: ...e system on the RDX cartridges for ext2 or ext3 Refer to the separate document available on our web site describing how to use the RDX QuikStor with Linux Write Error If the backup application reports...

Page 21: ...ction Removable disk drive Command set Packet command feature set per ATA ATAPI 7 SCSI primary commands SPC 2 SCSI block commands SBC Logical block size 512 bytes Supported file system ext2 ext3 FAT32...

Page 22: ...Stor device Voltage Tolerance 5VDC 5 12VDC 10 Power Consumption Typical Peak 7 5W 13W 6 6W 13W AC Adapter N A Universal Adapter 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz input Environmental RDX QuikStor unit Operational No...

Page 23: ...erates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarante...

Page 24: ...et out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Canadian Department of Communications Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites bruits radio lectriqu...

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