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F o r e n s i c D r i v e D o c k + U s e r M a n u a l
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Note:
The Dr may utilize any 12V
regulated switching power supply capable of
supplying 2A or greater. Do not use an
unregulated adapter, as damage may occur to
the Dock or the attached drive.
5.
Connect the hard drive to the dock.
6.
Connect the FireWire cable from your computer into the appropriate port on the DriveDock.
7.
Connect power to the DriveDock.
There are two options. The most common usage is to plug in the AC
adapter. When the adapter is connected, the LED labeled “+12” will illuminate. Alternatively, you may supply power
through a standard 4-pin Molex connector from the computer’s internal PSU. This option makes it easy to access a
drive still mounted inside a computer case. When power is connected in this way, the LED labeled “4 PIN” will
illuminate.
Your DriveDock is now ready to use! Turn on the unit by moving the power switch toward the side labeled “|”. When
power is on, the output LEDs “+12” and “+5” will illuminate to show that power is going to the hard drive.
The red LED access indicator will light briefly after the unit is powered up, indicating that the FireWire bridge has
successfully established communication with the drive. Thereafter, it will light whenever the drive is accessed. If the
access LED does not blink shortly after drive spin up, it may indicate a problem with the drive or the dock. If the
access LED blinks at a steady rate, this also may be indicative of a problem or an incorrectly jumpered drive. Contact
technical support for further assistance if necessary.
Usage with Macintosh Computers
Compatibility
The Forensic Dr is fully plug-and-play under Mac OS 9.2 and OS X. No drivers are needed.
Mounting and Ejecting Volumes
When the drive is connected and the unit is turned on, the drive’s volume(s) will mount to the desktop. You can
access the drive and begin retrieving data right away.
Usage with Windows Operating System
Compatibility
The Forensic Dr is fully plug-and-play with Windows XP. No drivers are needed.
Mounting and Ejecting Volumes
When the drive is connected and the unit is turned on, the drive’s volume(s) will mount to My Computer. You can
access the drive and begin retrieving data right away.
A.
Attach the free end of the IDE ribbon cable to
the back of the hard drive. The connector is
keyed to insert only one way. The IDE pins on the
hard drive are fragile, so be very careful when
inserting or removing the IDE connector.
B.
Attach the 4-pin power connector from the
dock into the back of the hard drive. As with the
IDE cable, the power connector will only fit one
way.