STOREJET 18M - External hard drive TRANSCEND - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL STOREJET 18M TRANSCEND

System Requirements 2

Safety Precautions 3

General Use 3
Backing Up Data 3
Transporting 3
Power 3
Reminders 4

Product Overview 5

Driver Installation 6

Driver Installation for Windows 6
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0, or Later
■ Driver Installation for Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later 6

Connecting to a Computer 7

Disconnecting from a Computer 9

Removing the StoreJet 18 in Windows
Removing the StoreJet® 18 in Mac® OS 9.0, or Later. 9
Removing the StoreJet® 18 in Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later

Formatting the Hard Drive 10

Windows® 2000/XP 10
Windows® 7/Vista 11

Troubleshooting 15

Specifications 17

Ordering Information 17

Transcend Limited Warranty 18

Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing Transcend's StoreJet® 18 mobile. This tiny, ultra-portable, high-speed USB storage device is the perfect data management system for uploading, downloading, storing and transferring your vital data and information. With its huge storage capacity and fast 480Mbps USB 2.0 data transfer rates, the compact StoreJet® 18 is ideal for carrying your files, folders, documents, photos, music and videos to and from desktop or notebook computers. In addition, the StoreJet® 18 comes with very useful software* that can increase your mobile productivity. This User's Manual is designed to help you get the most from your new device, please read both in detail before using the StoreJet® 18.

*Note: The StoreJet® elite software only works in Windows - please see the Software User's Manual for details

Package Contents

The StoreJet® 18 package includes the following items:

StoreJet® 18 mobile

1 Mini USB to 2 Standard-A USB cable (USB Y cable)

Quick Start Guide

Features

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 compliant and backwards compatible with USB 1.1
Easy Plug and Play installation
High capacity Hard Disk Drive
Durable anti-shock rubber outer case
Ultra-portability
One Touch Auto-Backup button
Powered via the USB port. No external power or battery needed
High-Speed data transfer rates up to 480Mbits per second
Includes StoreJet® elite software pack: (helps you manage your data)
LED indicates power on, data transfer activity

System Requirements

Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.

One of following Operating Systems (OS):

• Windows® 2000
• Windows® XP
• Windows® Vista
• Windows® 7
  Mac® OS 9.0, or later
  LinuxTM Kernel 2.4, or later

Safety Precautions

These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.

Please ensure that you connect the USB cable to the StoreJet® 18 and your computer correctly (small end → StoreJet® 18, large end → PC)

General Use

• Carefully unpack the contents of the StoreJet® 18 package.
• During operation, avoid exposing your StoreJet® 18 to extreme temperatures above 55 ^ C , or below 5^ C .
• Do not drop your StoreJet® 18.
• Do not allow your StoreJet® 18 to come in contact with water or any other liquids.
• Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
• Do not store your StoreJet® 18 in any of the following environments:

Direct sunlight
o Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
In an area with strong magnetic fields or excessive vibration

Backing Up Data

• Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you decide to store data on your StoreJet® 18 ,we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a computer, or other storage medium.
• To ensure High-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when using your StoreJet® 18 with a computer, please check that the computer has the relevant USB drivers. If you are unsure about how to check this, please consult the computer or motherboard User's Manual for USB driver information.

Transporting

• Do not pack your StoreJet® 18 into luggage without the proper padded support. Other items in the luggage may damage your StoreJet® 18 if it does not have the proper protection.
• Avoid squeezing your StoreJet® 18 (to prevent damage to the internal HDD).
• Avoid placing objects onto your StoreJet® 18 (to prevent compression damage).

Power

• The StoreJet® 18 is powered directly via a computer USB port. However, the power supplied by the USB port on some older computers is below the 5V DC required to power the StoreJet® 18. In this instance, please connect the spare large connector of the provided USB Y cable to a second USB port on the computer, this will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.

The extra USB connector provides additional power for the StoreJet® 18

• Please use the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable that came with the StoreJet® 18 to connect it to a computer, and always ensure that the cable you are using is in good condition. NEVER use a cable that is frayed or damaged.
• Ensure nothing is resting on the USB cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.

Reminders

Always follow the procedures in the "Disconnecting from a Computer" section to remove the StoreJet® from your computer.

Figure 1: StoreJet® 18 mobile

A OneTouch Auto-Backup Button
B Mini USB Port

Driver Installation

Driver Installation for Windows®

No drivers are required. These Windows® Operating Systems have built-in drivers to support the StoreJet® 18. Plug your StoreJet® into an available USB port and Windows will install the necessary files. A new Local Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter representing the StoreJet® 18 will appear in the My Computer window.

Driver Installation for Mac® OS 9.0, or Later

No drivers are required. Plug your StoreJet® 18 into an available USB port and your computer will automatically detect it.

Figure 2: Mac Driver Installation

Driver Installation for Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later

No drivers are required. Plug your StoreJet® 18 into a USB port and mount it.

1. First create a directory for the StoreJet® 18.

Example: mkdir /mnt/StoreJet

1. Then, mount the StoreJet® 18.

Example: mount -a -t mdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/StoreJet

Connecting to a Computer

If you want to use the StoreJet® 18 as an external hard drive to upload/download data to and from your computer, you will need to connect it to a USB port on the computer using the provided USB Y-cable.

Figure 3: Mini USB to Standard-A USB cable (USB Y-cable)

1. Plug the small end of the USB Y-cable into the Mini USB port on the StoreJet® 18.
2. Plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer.

*On some older computers, the power supplied by the USB port is below the required 5V DC power. In this instance, please connect the spare large connector on the provided USB Y-cable to a second USB port on the computer. This will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.

Figure 4: Connecting to a Computer

1. When the StoreJet® 18 is successfully connected to a computer, the StoreJet®s Power LED will light up, a new Local Disk drive with a newly-assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window, and a Removable Hardware icon will appear on the Windows System Tray. The StoreJet® 18's internal hard drive comes pre-formatted for FAT32.

Figure 5: *F: is an example drive letter, the letter in your "My Computer" window may differ

1. Once connected, you can use the StoreJet® 18 as an external hard drive to transfer data to and from your computer. Simply drag and drop files or folders onto the Local Disk drive letter that represents the StoreJet® 18.
2. If you have installed the bundled StoreJet® elite software, you can press the StoreJet® 18's OneTouch "Backup Button" to instantly backup your data (see the StoreJet® elite Software User's Manual for details).

Figure 6: OneTouch Auto-Backup Button

NEVER disconnect the StoreJet® from a Computer when its LED is flashing.

Removing the StoreJet® 18 in Windows®

1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray.
2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue.

Figure 7: Safely Remove Hardware

1. A window will appear stating, "The 'USB Mass Storage Device' device can now be safely removed from the system."

Figure 8: Safe to Remove Hardware

WARNING! To prevent data loss, always use this procedure to remove the StoreJet® from Windows®.

Removing the StoreJet® 18 in Mac® OS 9.0, or Later

Drag and drop the Disk icon that represents your StoreJet® 18 into the trashcan. Then unplug your StoreJet® 18 from the USB port.

Removing the StoreJet® 18 in Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later

Execute umount /mnt/StoreJet to un-mount the device. Then unplug your StoreJet® 18 from the USB port.

WARNING! Formatting the disk will erase all of the data on your StoreJet® 18. You must have Administrator Rights to format in Windows.

Windows® 2000/XP

1. Download the StoreJet® Format Utility from Transcend's online Download Center at http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/DLCenter/index.asp (the software can be located by selecting "Storage Devices -> StoreJet® Drives -> any StoreJet® product -> any StoreJet® model)
2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer's hard drive (not the StoreJet® 18) and run the StoreJetFormatter.exe application.
3. Plug the StoreJet® 18 into an available USB port on a Windows® 2000/XP computer.
4. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different USB drive.
5. In the StoreJet® Format Utility window, click the "Refresh" button.
6. The program will automatically detect the StoreJet® 18 drive.

Figure 8: The Utility will automatically detect the StoreJet® 18 drive

1. Press "Start".

Figure 9: Press "Start"

1. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive.

1. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an "O.K." message will appear in the bottom right hand corner of the window.

Figure 10: Format Complete

1. Click the "Close" button to finish and exit.

Windows® 7/Vista

1. Download the StoreJet® Format Utility from Transcend's online Download Center at http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/DLCenter/index.asp (the software can be located by selecting "Storage Devices -> StoreJet® Drives -> any StoreJet® product -> any StoreJet® model)

2. When the download is complete, extract the downloaded ZIP file to your computer's hard drive (not the StoreJet® 18).

3. Plug the StoreJet® 18 into an available USB port on your Windows® 7/Vista computer.

4. Unplug all other USB storage devices from your computer. This is to prevent accidental format of a different USB drive.
5. Right-click "StoreJetFormatter.exe" and select "Run as Administrator."

Figure 11: Run as administrator

1. The User Account Control window will appear. Select "Allow" to continue.

Figure 12: Allow Transcend's StoreJet® Format Utility to run in Vista/7

1. In the StoreJet® Format Utility window, click the "Refresh" button.
2. The program will automatically detect the StoreJet® 18 drive.

Figure 13: The Utility will automatically detect the StoreJet® 18 drive

9. Press "Start".

Figure 14: Press "Start"

1. A confirmation window will appear. Press OK to begin formatting the drive.

1. The format process may take a few minutes. When complete, an "O.K." message will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of the window.

Figure 15: Format Complete

1. Click the "Close" button to finish and exit.

Troubleshooting

If a problem occurs with your StoreJet® 18, please first check the information listed below before taking your StoreJet® 18 in for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem from the following hints, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our website.

Operating system cannot detect the StoreJet 18

Check the following:

1. Is your StoreJet® 18 properly connected to the USB port? If not, unplug it and plug it in again. If it is properly connected, try using another available USB port.
2. Are you using the USB cable that came in the StoreJet® 18 package? If not, try using the Transcend USB Y-cable to connect the StoreJet® to your computer.
3. The StoreJet® 18 is powered directly via a computer USB port; however, the power supplied by the USB port on some older computers is below the 5V DC required to power the StoreJet® 18. In this instance, please connect the spare large end of the USB Y cable to a second USB port on your computer. This will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.

Spare USB connector is used to provide additional power.

1. Is your StoreJet® 18 connected to the Mac® keyboard? If yes, unplug it and plug it into an available USB port on your Mac® Desktop.
2. Is the USB port enabled? If not, refer to the user's manual of your computer (or motherboard) to enable it.

My computer does not recognize the StoreJet 18

1. A single USB port may not provide enough power for the StoreJet® 18 to function. Make sure you plug both large ends of the USB cable directly into your computer's USB ports.
2. Avoid connecting the StoreJet® 18 through a USB HUB.

Figure 17: Plug in both USB connectors directly to your computer

The StoreJet 18 does not Power-ON

Check the following:

1. Ensure that the StoreJet® 18 is properly connected to the USB port(s) on your computer.
2. Ensure that the USB port is working properly. If not, try using an alternate USB port.

I cannot back up files on my Mac

The StoreJet® 18's internal hard drive comes formatted for FAT32. If you want to backup files from a Mac computer you will need to format the StoreJet® 18 with HFS+ using the Mac Disk Utility.

Linux cannot detect the StoreJet 18

The StoreJet® 18's internal hard drive comes formatted for FAT32. Linux™ DOES NOT support the NTFS file system. Please reformat the StoreJet® 18 to the FAT32 file system to use it on a Linux™ computer.

Specifications

Size (L x W x H)	98.7 mm × 65.7 mm × 17.45 mm
Weight	120g (Max.)
Storage Media	1.8-inch ZIF Hard Disk Drive
Power Supply	5V DC supplied from the USB port(s)
Max. Transfer Speed	480Mbits per second
Operating Temperature	5°C (41°F) to 55°C (131°F)
Certificates	CE, FCC, BSMI
Warranty	2-years

Ordering Information

Device Description	Capacity	Transcend P/N
StoreJet® 18 mobile	120GB	TS120GSJ18M

Transcend Limited Warranty

"Above and Beyond" is the standard we set ourselves for customer service at Transcend. We consistently position ourselves to be significantly above the industry norm, which is all part of our commitment to Customer Satisfaction.

Please do not break or remove the warranty sticker on your Transcend products, as this will void your product warranty.

All Transcend information, Inc. (Transcend) products are warranted and tested to be free from defects in material and workmanship and to conform to the published specifications. During the warranty period should your Transcend StoreJet® 18 fail under normal use in the recommended environment due to improper workmanship or materials, Transcend will repair the product or replace it with a comparable one. This warranty is subject to the conditions and limitations set forth herein.

Duration of Warranty: The Transcend StoreJet® 18 is covered by this warranty for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase including the date of purchase is required to collect on the warranty. Transcend will inspect the product and decide whether to repair or replace it. Transcend reserves the right to provide a functional equivalent product, or a refurbished replacement product.

Limitations: This warranty does not apply to product failure caused by accidents, abuse, mishandling, improper installation, alteration, acts of nature, improper usage, or problems with electrical power. In addition, opening or tampering with the product casing, or any physical damage, abuse or alteration to the product's surface, including all warranty or quality stickers, product serial or electronic numbers will also void the product warranty. Transcend is not responsible for recovering any data lost due to the failure of a hard drive device. Transcend's StoreJet® 18 must be used with devices that conform to the recommended industry standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a third party device that causes the Transcend StoreJet® 18 to fail. Transcend shall in no event be liable for any consequential, indirect, or incidental damages, lost profits, lost business investments, lost goodwill, or interference with business relationships as a result of lost data. Transcend is also not responsible for damage or failure of any third party equipment, even if Transcend has been advised of the possibility. This limitation does not apply to the extent that it is illegal or unenforceable under applicable law.

Disclaimer: The foregoing limited warranty is exclusive. There are no other warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty is not affected in any part by Transcend providing technical support or advice.

Online Registration: To expedite the warranty service, please register your Transcend Product within 30 days of purchase.

Register online at http://www.transcendusa.com/productregister

• The specifications mentioned above are subject to change without notice.

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