DataStation pocket light - External hard drive TrekStor - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	External hard drive
Brand	TrekStor
Model	DataStation pocket light
Power supply	Via USB port (cable included)
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 (SP4+), Mac OS X, Linux
Preinstalled file system	NTFS
Supported file systems	NTFS, FAT32, HFS+
Connection	USB 2.0 (backward compatible)
Main functions	External storage, data transfer, formatting, multiplatform compatibility
Maintenance and cleaning	Soft dry cloth, soft brush. Do not use solvents or chemicals.
Safety	Do not open, avoid moisture, extreme temperatures (10-40°C), shocks, direct sunlight
Spare parts and repairability	Not user repairable. No spare parts available.
General information	Actual capacity may differ from displayed capacity (SI vs binary calculation). Protection against electrostatic discharge.

Frequently Asked Questions - DataStation pocket light TrekStor

How to connect the DataStation pocket light to my computer?

Use the included USB cable to plug the hard drive into a USB port on your computer. The operating system will automatically detect it as a local disk.

Which operating systems are compatible with this hard drive?

The hard drive is compatible with Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000 (with Service Pack 4 for 2000 and SP2 for XP), Mac OS X and Linux. No additional driver is required.

How to transfer files to the DataStation?

Under Windows, select the files, right-click, choose Copy, then paste them into the TREKSTOR drive. Under Mac, use the Drag and Drop function to the disk icon.

How to safely disconnect the hard drive?

Under Windows, click on the Disconnect or eject hardware icon in the taskbar, then select the device. Under Mac, drag the disk icon to the trash. Never unplug without ejecting.

How to format the DataStation pocket light?

Under Windows, right-click on the TREKSTOR drive in My Computer and choose Format. Under Mac, use Disk Utility (Applications > Utilities) to partition and format. Caution, formatting erases all data.

Which file system to choose for use with Mac OS X?

For exclusive use with Mac, choose HFS+ (Mac OS Extended) with a GUID partition scheme. For compatibility with Windows, use FAT32 (4 GB per file limit) with an MBR scheme.

Why is the displayed capacity lower than the one indicated on the packaging?

TrekStor uses the SI system (1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes), while operating systems use binary (1 GB = 2^30 bytes = 1,073,741,824 bytes). This difference explains a lower displayed capacity.

What to do in case of electrostatic discharge?

An electrostatic discharge can interrupt data transfer or disrupt operation. In this case, disconnect the hard drive from the USB port and reconnect it.

How to clean the DataStation pocket light?

Use a soft dry cloth or a soft brush. Never use solvents, thinners, or chemicals.

What to do if the hard drive is not recognized by the computer?

First check the USB connection and try another port. Ensure the operating system is compatible. If the problem persists, unplug and replug the disk. Consult TrekStor support if necessary.

USER MANUAL DataStation pocket light TrekStor

DataStation® pocket light

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

Thank you for buying the TrekStor DataStation. We are confident that this product will be the source of much enjoyment. Please read the following instructions carefully so that you can become acquainted with the functions of this product and its use.

Current product information can be found at the TrekStor Website www.trekstor.de.

Have you got questions about the operation or the functions of this product? On the TrekStor website you can find answers to the most frequently asked questions under "SERVICE" → "FAQ".

You can also get quick assistance by contacting our support. If you want to contact our support, it is best to visit our website, www.trekstor.de, and fill out the support form that can be found under "SERVICE" → "SUPPORT". You can of course also contact us directly by e-mail or telephone (see the back of these instructions). The more detailed your support request is, the quicker and better we will be able to help you!

System requirements

Windows ^® 7/Vista ^TM /XP/2000, Mac ^® OS X:

No additional drivers are necessary for these operating systems. If you use Windows® 2000, make sure that you have installed at least service pack 4; Windows® XP requires service pack 2 or above.

1) Startup

Use the provided USB connection cable to connect the DataStation to your computer. Connect the mini-USB A-plug to the DataStation and the USB A-plug to a USB ports of your computer. Your operating system will automatically recognize the DataStation, and add the DataStation as a "LOCAL DISK" (or "LOCAL DRIVE") to "MY COMPUTER"/"COMPUTER" (Microsoft® Windows) or the "DESKTOP" (Mac® OS X and Linux®).

2) Data exchange

After a successful startup of the device, a local disk "TREKSTOR" appears under "MY COMPUTER"/"COMPUTER" (Windows®) or on your "DESKTOP" (Mac® OS X).

Windows® 7/Vista™/XP

• Select the desired files or folders with your mouse.
• Position the mouse pointer over the selected files or folders, and press the right mouse button. Select "COPY" from the context menu that appears.
  • Under "MY COMPUTER"/"COMPUTER", select the desired target (such as the "TREKSTOR" drive).
• Click it with your right mouse button, and select "PASTE" to start copying. After copying is completed, the data will be available on the target drive.

Mac ^® OS X from 10.3

Select the desired files with your mouse. Drag and drop the files in the "FINDER" to the drive symbol of your DataStation.

3) Logging off and disconnecting the TrekStor DataStation from the computer

Windows ^® 7/Vista ^TM /XP

At the bottom right on the task bar, left-click on the icon "SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE". In the context menu that appears, left-click on "SAFELY REMOVE MASS STORAGE DEVICE - DRIVE" to select it. This removes the DataStation from the operating system of your computer. You can now disconnect the DataStation from your computer.

Mac ^® OS X from 10.3

You need to remove the drive from the Desktop before you disconnect it or turn it off. Click on the relevant drive icon, and drag it to the trash icon.

⚠️ Note: Please follow the recommended logoff procedure to prevent damage to the device or data loss.

4) Formatting the hard disk

Your DataStation has been preformatted with the high-performance file system NTFS. This file system is optimized for use with Microsoft® Windows® operating systems from Windows® XP and also works great with modern Linux® operating systems.

If you use Mac® OS X, it is necessary that you use a different file system. You can easily reformat your DataStation with a different file system using the "Disc Utility" of Mac® OS X. You have the choice between the file system "HFS+" ("Mac OS Extended"), which is optimized for use with Mac® OS X, and the file system "FAT32", which permits the exchange of data with Windows® operating systems.

⚠️ Important: Back up all the data on your hard disk before formatting it.
⚠️ Note: ALL the data on the disk will be deleted when you format it.
i Please note that only files with a maximum file size of up to 4 GB are supported for a hard disk formatted with FAT32. If you want to store larger files, we recommend the use of the file systems NTFS (Windows®) or HFS+ (Mac® OS X).

Windows® 7/Vista™/XP

The DataStation can be formatted like any other hard disk in Windows ^® .

• Under "MY COMPUTER"/"COMPUTER", right-click on the local disk "TREKSTOR".
- Select "FORMAT..." from the context menu that appears.
- Left-click on the " START" button, and confirm that you want to format by clicking the "OK" button.

Mac® OS X from 10.4

To format the DataStation in Mac® OS X, please proceed as follows:

• Select "FINDER" "PROGRAMS" "UTILITIES" and open "DISK UTILITY".
• Click on the DataStation to select it. It is listed under its model number.
  • In the right side of the window, select " PARTITION".
• Use the drop-down list under "VOLUME SCHEME" to select the number of partitions you want to create.

Formatting with the file system HFS+

To format the DataStation in Mac® OS X with the file format "HFS+" ("MAC OS EXTENDED") please proceed as follows:

• Click on the button "OPTIONS" and choose either "GUID PARTITION TABLE" or "APPLE PARTITION TABLE" as the partition scheme and confirm the choice by clicking on "OK".
• Use the drop-down list to determine the file system for the hard disk/partition to be formatted, and enter the name in the provided field.

i Instructions for the Mac® OS X Leopard: The file system "HFS+" ("MAC OS EXTENDED") allows you to use the "TIME MACHINE".

- To start the formatting of the DataStation, click on the "APPLY" button and confirm this by clicking on "PARTITION", in the window that appears.

Formatting with the file system FAT32

The file system "FAT32" offers the maximum compatibility with different operating systems. Unfortunately, it is limited with respect to the maximum possible size of a file (max. 4 GB). To format the DataStation using Mac® OS X with the file system "FAT32" please proceed as follows:

• Click on the button "OPTIONS" and choose "MASTER BOOT RECORD" as the partition scheme and confirm the selection by clicking on "OK".
• Use the drop-down list to select the file system "MS-DOS"/"MS-DOS (FAT)" for the hard disk/partition to be formatted, and enter the name in the provided field.
  i Please wait until the formatting of your DataStation has been completed. Please note that formatting under Mac® OS X 10.4.x takes a long time.
• To start the formatting of the DataStation, click on the "APPLY" button and confirm this by clicking on "PARTITION", in the window that appears.

Instructions for safety and use:

Only qualified persons may perform technical work on the product. The product may not be opened or changed. The components cannot be serviced by the user.

Never expose the device to moisture, condensation and liquids.

Protect the device from extremely high and low temperatures and temperature fluctuations. Use the device within an ambient temperature of 10^ C to 40^ C.

Never place the device close to a source of heat, and protect it from direct sunlight.

Make sure that the surroundings are as dust-free as possible when you use and store the device.

Never clean the surface of the device with solvents, paint thinners, cleansers or other chemical products. Instead, use a soft, dry cloth or soft brush.

Do not use USB cables longer than 3 meters.

In certain circumstances, exposing the device to an electrostatic discharge may interrupt the data transfer between the device and the computer and impair the functions of the device. If this occurs, the device should be unplugged from the USB port and then plugged in again.

The capacity indicated by your operating system can be different than the actual capacity of your external hard drive. Like most manufacturers of computer hardware, TrekStor uses the prefixes for units (e.g. 1 GB = 1.000.000.000 bytes) as prescribed by the International System of Units (SI). Unfortunately, many operating systems do not comply with this norm and display a lower capacity because they base their calculations on the assumption that 1 GB = 2 ^30 bytes = 1.073.741.824 bytes.

The manufacturer retains the right to continually improve the product. These changes may be made without being directly described in these operating instructions. For this reason, the information provided in these operating instructions may not reflect the current state of the art.

The manufacturer only guarantees suitability for the product's intended purpose. In addition, the manufacturer is not responsible for damages or loss of data and subsequent consequences.

Copyright © 2011 TrekStor GmbH. All rights reserved. Other cited product or company names may be trademarks or brand names of the respective owner.

ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO

2) Dataöverföring

När apparaten har tagits i drift visas i "UTFORSKAREN"/"DEN HÄR DATORN" (Windows®) resp. på "SKRIVBORDET" (Mac® OS X) en lokal disk "TREKSTOR".

Windows® 7/Vista™/XP

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

As manufacturer and importer respectively:

TrekStor GmbH

Kastanienallee 8 - 10

D-64653 Lorsch, Germany

herewith declares that the products

Product: DataStation pocket light

Type: External hard disk drive

comply with the following directive(s):

- 2004/108/EC EMC Directive: Electromagnetic Compatibility

.2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive

The following norms were consulted to assess conformity:

• EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007

EMC: Information technology equipment – Radio disturbance characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement

- EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003

EMC: Information technology equipment – Immunity characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement

- EN 60950-1:2006

Information technology equipment – Safety – Part 1: General requirements

The CE symbol confirms that this product conforms with the above mentioned norms and regulations.

The manufacturer also declares the conformity of the product according to the following directives:

• 2001/95/EC General Product Safety

• 2002/95/EC RoHS: Hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment

.2005/32/EC Ecodesign requirements for energy-using products

Lorsch, 20.09.2010

Aaron Taylor, CTO

Supportinformationen

If you have any questions regarding your TrekStor product, please proceed as follows:

• Check the features as well as the functions of your device (apparent on the packaging), in order to use the correct settings.
  • Read the manual carefully.
• Inform yourself on our website www.trekstor.de/en about the up-to-date information concerning your product (e. g. available most recent firmware releases).

In the case you have further questions regarding your product, please note the following TrekStor support options:

FAQ The FAQ area of our website offers you a wide range of problem solving hints. Here you can obtain answers to the most frequently asked questions concerning our products.

E-Mail Please fill in the support form on our website or send an E-Mail to [e-mail]. You can find mailing addresses for other countries when you click "SERVICE" at the menu bar on our website.

Phone support Please find the number of the support hotline for your country on our website under "SERVICE" as well.