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2.2 Connecting and Powering RTX100-3Q
Plug in the data cable and power cord. RTX100-3Q can connect to your computer in
one of several ways. Cables for all data connection types are included for your
convenience. Plug the power adapter cable into a grounded electrical outlet.
Your RTX is now ready to use! Turn on the power switch on the back of the unit. If
your drive is already formatted, you can begin using it right away. New hard drives will
need to be formatted before they can be used.
3.
Usage with Mac and Windows Operating Systems
3.1 Usage with Mac OS X
3.1.1 Compatibility
RTX uses 3.5-inch SATA (Serial-ATA) hard drives only. RTX does not require drivers
for operation under Mac OS X. However, if you install a host card specifically to work
with this product, that card may require drivers. See your card’s User Manual for drivers
and instructions.
3.1.2 Formatting a drive
If you purchased your RTX pre-populated with hard drives, this step should not be
necessary unless you wish to change the format or erase the drive. To format, use Mac
OS X’s Disk Utility (found in the applications folder).
a)
Click on the drive in the window to the left (see picture below).
b)
Click the Erase tab in the window to the right (see picture below).
c)
Select the format type. Most users prefer Mac OS Extended with Journaling (HFS+),
which is required for compatibility with Time Machine (OS 10.5 or newer). If you need
to use your drive with both Mac and Windows computers, select MS-DOS File System
instead.
d)
Enter a name for the new volume and then click “Erase” to start the process.
