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Hardware Installation
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1. Plug the USB 3.0 Adapter (curved side up) into your notebook’s ExpressCard/34
slot. Ensure that the card is fully inserted into the slot.
Note:
Some notebooks have ExpressCard/54 slots, which are also compatible with
ExpressCard/34 devices. Please consult the owner’s manual of your notebook for details
2. Connect the included USB Power Cable to the USB 3.0 ExpressCard Adapter and to
one of your notebook’s USB ports.
WARNING
1. Disconnect all USB devices from the USB 3.0 ExpressCard Adapter before
plugging in the Power Cable.
2. To ensure proper functionality of USB-powered devices, always be sure to
connect the USB Power Cable to the USB 3.0 ExpressCard Adapter.
3. Do NOT use a power cable other than the one provided with Transcend USB 3.0
ExpressCard Adapter.
3. Install the driver (see
Driver Installation
below).
4. Plug a USB device into one of the USB 3.0 ExpressCard Adapter’s ports. Your
computer should automatically detect the USB device.