EW7009 - Docking Station Ewent - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Docking station for SATA 2.5" and 3.5" hard drives
Brand	Ewent
Model	EW7009
Approximate Dimensions	140 x 100 x 60 mm
Approximate Weight	300 g
Power Supply	External power adapter (included)
Connection Interfaces	USB 3.0, eSATA
Supported Disk Formats	SATA 2.5" and 3.5"
Maximum Transfer Speed	Up to 5 Gbit/s (USB 3.0)
Backup Function	One-touch backup button with OTB software
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows XP/Vista/7/8
Box Contents	Docking station, power cord, USB cable, OTB software CD, manual
Warranty	5 years
Color	Black
Care and Cleaning	Unplug the device before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid liquids.
Safety	Do not unplug the disk while operating. Turn off the device before inserting or removing a disk.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Repair by an Ewent authorized agent. Power adapter not covered by warranty after normal wear.
General Information	Compliant with European directives. Declaration of conformity available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions - EW7009 Ewent

What types of hard drives are compatible with the EW7009?

The EW7009 supports SATA hard drives in 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch formats.

How do I install a hard drive in the docking station?

Make sure the station is turned off. Insert the hard drive with the label facing up and the SATA connector aligned to the slot. Slide gently until it clicks into place.

Can I use the EW7009 without installing software?

Yes, for basic data transfer, no software is needed. The OTB software is useful for the one-touch backup function.

How do I format a new hard drive with Windows 10?

Go to Disk Management (right-click Start > Disk Management). Right-click on the new disk and choose 'New Simple Volume'. Follow the wizard to format as NTFS or FAT32.

What is the difference between USB and eSATA connection?

The eSATA port offers higher transfer speed than USB, but not all computers have it. USB is more universal and allows hot swapping.

How do I safely remove the hard drive?

Click the 'Safely Remove Hardware' icon in the taskbar, select the EW7009, then turn off the station before removing the disk.

Does the OTB software work with an eSATA connection?

No, the OTB software and backup button only work when the station is connected via USB.

What should I do if my computer does not detect the EW7009?

Check that the station is powered on, the USB cable is properly connected, and the hard drive is correctly inserted. Try a different USB port or restart the computer.

What is the warranty period?

The EW7009 comes with a 5-year warranty from Ewent. The warranty covers manufacturing defects but not normal wear or misuse.

Can I use the docking station with an SSD?

Yes, the EW7009 is compatible with SATA 2.5-inch SSDs, offering high transfer speeds.

USER MANUAL EW7009 Ewent

5.0 OTB software ....5

5.1 De OTB software installeren 5

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EW7009 Docking Station for 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hdd

Table of contents

1.0 Introduction ...... 2
1.1 Packing contents ...... 2
2.0 Connecting a hard disk 2
3.0 Connecting the EW7009 to your computer 3
3.1 Connecting the EW7009 using USB 3
4.0 Using the EW7009 3
4.1 Preparing the hard disk using Windows XP/Vista 4
4.2 Preparing the hard disk using Windows 7/8 4
5.0 OTB software ....5
5.1 Installing the OTB software 5
5.2 Using the OTB software 5
6.0 Service and support....6
7.0 Warning and points of attention 6
8.0 Warranty conditions....7
9.0 Declaration of Conformity 7

1.0 Introduction

Congratulations with the purchase of this high-quality Ewent product! This product has undergone extensive testing by Ewent's technical experts. Should you experience any problems with this product, you are covered by a five-year Ewent warranty. Please keep this manual and the receipt in a safe place.

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1.1 Packing contents

The following parts need to be present in the packing:

• EW7009 Docking Station for 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hard disks
• Power supply
• USB cable
  • CD-ROM with OTB software
• Manual

2.0 Connecting a hard disk

Use the following steps to mount a hard disk in the EW7009.

1. Make sure the EW7009 is completely turned off.
2. Take your SATA hard disk with the label on top and the SATA connector at the bottom. Make sure the SATA connection is pointed towards the hard disk slot of the EW7009. If correct, the connectors of the EW7009 and hard disk are perfectly aligned.
3. Carefully slide the hard disk into the EW7009. The hard disk will 'click' into it's position.

Hint: Do not disconnect the hard disk from the EW7009 while in use. The EW7009 needs to be turned off. This way, damage to both the hard disk and EW7009 can be prevented.

3.0 Connecting the EW7009 to your computer

There are two methods to connect the EW7009 to you computer: By using the USB port and by using the eSATA port. Using the eSATA port, a higher transfer speed can be achieved. However, not every computer is equipped with an eSATA port. In that case, the USB port can be used.

3.1 Connecting the EW7009 using USB

1. Make sure the hard disk has been mounted as described in chapter 2.
2. Connect the supplied USB cable to the USB connection of the EW7009.
3. Connect the other side of the USB cable to a free USB port on your computer.
4. Connect the cable of the power supply to the 'DC IN' connection of the EW7009.
5. Connect the power supply to a wall outlet.
6. Press the 'Power' button of the EW7009 to turn the EW7009 on.
7. Your computer will automatically detect the hardware of both the EW7009 and the SATA hard disk. If correct, Windows will detect a 'USB Mass storage device'.

Note: USB is 'hot swappable', which means there is no need to turn off your computer while connecting the EW7009 using USB.

4.0 Using the EW7009

The moment Windows has found the hardware and has finished installing this hardware, the EW7009 is ready to be used. If a hard disk has been mounted which has been pre-used, then you are able to use the hard disk to transfer data. However, if the hard disk you have mounted is brand new, and has not been formatted before, you have to prepare the hard disk for usage with Windows. Use the following steps to do so.

Note: Make sure you must safely remove the EW7009 from your computer.

Click ‘Safely remove hardware’ 📋 icon on the taskbar and you will see all list of devices. Click the device you want to remove.

4.1 Preparing the hard disk using Windows XP/Vista

1. Right click the 'My Computer' icon.
2. Click 'Manage'.
3. Select the option 'Disk Management' from the left side of the screen.
4. Right click the new hard disk and choose 'Initialize'.
5. Click 'OK'.
6. Right click the new hard disk.
7. Click 'New Partition'.
8. Click 'Next'.
9. Click 'Next'.
10. Click 'Next'.
11. Choose the desired partition format (Note: when using FAT32 the partition size is limited to 32GB).
12. Click 'Next'.
13. Select the drive letter you wish to assign to this partition.
14. Click 'Next'.
15. Select the desired file system: FAT32 or NTFS.

Note! If you only use the hard disk on Windows XP or Vista systems we recommend the usage of the NTFS file system. However, If you are also using older Windows systems, we recommend the usage of FAT32.

1. Enter a name for the new partition in the field 'Volume label'.
2. Enable the checkbox near 'Quick format'.
3. Click 'Next'.
4. Click 'Finish'.
5. The hard disk is now ready to be used.

4.2 Preparing the hard disk using Windows 7/8

1. Go to 'Start'.
2. Select 'Control Panel'.
3. Select 'Administrative Tools'.
4. Select 'Computer Management'.
5. Select 'Disk Management' at 'Storage'.
6. Right-click the new hard disk and click 'New Simple Volume'.
7. Choose the amount of free space needed for the new disk/partition. We recommend to use all of the free disk space.
8. Select the drive letter you wish to assign.
9. Enter a name for the new partition.
10. Format the hard disk.
11. After formatting, the hard disk is ready to be used.

Note: Formatting the hard disk can take a few minutes, depending on the hard disk size. Do not interrupt this process.

5.0 OTB software

The EW7009 is supplied with so called OTB software for Windows. Using this software and the 'One touch Backup' button on the EW7009, you are able to make a backup of your data. You can also select which data needs to be back upped.

5.1 Installing the OTB software

1. Make sure your computer is turned on and is completely started.
2. Insert the supplied CD-ROM in your computer's CD-ROM or DVD-player.
3. The wizard will start automatically.
4. Choose your language.
5. Use the steps shown on-screen to install the OTB software.

5.2 Using the OTB software

Attention! The OTB software and 'Backup' button do only work if connected by USB. If an eSATA cable is connected, the OTB software will not function.

1. Click 'Start'.
2. Click 'Programs' or 'All Programs'.
3. Go to 'OTB_Util'.
4. Click 'OTB_Util'.

5. Click the OTB icon in the task bar.

6. The software will now start. The following screen will appear, see figure 1.

Figure 1.

1. At the top of the screen you can select the source of the backup, also called 'Copy From'. Here you can select the drive, folders or files which you want to backup.
2. At the lower part of the screen you can select the location where you want to place the backup, also called 'Copy To'.
3. When finished, press the 'Back up' button on the EW7009 once. A backup of the selected files will now be made.
4. A notification appears at the bottom of the screen telling the backup has finished.

6.0 Service and support

This users manual has been carefully written by Ewent's technical experts. If you have problems installing or using the product, please fill out the support form at the website www.ewent-online.com/

You can also contact us by phone. Below you will find a list with phone numbers for each supported country.

Country	Phone number	Rate per minute*
Belgium (Dutch)	070 277 286 €0.30
Belgium (French)	070 277 286 €0.30
Denmark	[phone] Local Costs
Finland	[phone] Local Costs
Germany	(+49) (0)30 887 89 298 Local Costs
Italy	[phone] Local Costs
Norway	[phone] Local Costs
Spain	807 080 042 €0.41
Sweden	[phone]	Local Costs
The Netherlands	0900-3646368 €0.45
UK	(+44) (0)203 318 9998	Local Costs
Ungheria	1-4088902 (from Budapest)	Local Costs
Ungheria	06-1-4088902 (from the rest Hungary)	Local Costs
Ungheria	[phone]	Local Costs
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* Rates mentioned in this table do not include cell phone charges.

7.0 Warning and points of attention

Due to laws, directives and regulations set out by the European parliament, some (wireless) devices could be subject to limitations concerning its use in certain European member states. In certain European member states the use of such devices could be prohibited. Contact your (local) government for more information about this limitations.

Always follow up the instructions in the manual, especially where it concerns devices which need to be assembled.

Warning: In most cases this concerns an electronic device. Wrong/improper use may lead to (severe) injuries!

Repairing of the device should be done by qualified Ewent staff. The warranty immediately voids when products have undergone self repair and/or by misuse. For extended warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.ewent-online.com/.

8.0 Warranty conditions

The five-year Ewent warranty applies to all Ewent products unless mentioned otherwise before or during the moment of purchase. When having bought a second-hand Ewent product the remaining period of warranty is measured from the moment of purchase by the product's first owner. The Ewent warranty applies to all Ewent products and parts inextricably connected to and/or mounted on the main product. Power supply adapters, batteries, antennas and all other products not integrated in or directly connected to the main product and/or products of which, without reasonable doubt, can be assumed that wear and tear show a different pattern than the main product are not covered by the Ewent warranty. Products are not covered by the Ewent warranty when subjected to incorrect/improper use, external influences and/or when opened by parties other than Ewent.

9.0 Declaration of Conformity

To ensure your safety and compliance of the product with the directives and laws created by the European Commission you can obtain a copy of the Declaration of Conformity concerning your product by sending an e-mail message to: [e-mail]. You can also send a letter to:

Ewent Europe, PO Box 276, 6160 AG Geleen, The Netherlands. Ewent Italy, Crocevia 12, 39057 Appiano (BZ), Italy

Clearly state ‘Declaration of Conformity’ and the article code of the product of which you would like to obtain a copy of the Declaration of Conformity.

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Ewent Europe, PO Box 276, 6160 AG Geleen, The Netherlands.

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