HXD25U3TB - Hard Drive Hamlet - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	External 2.5" Hard Drive Enclosure
Model	HXD25U3TB
Interface	USB 3.0 (backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1)
Supported Drives	2.5" SATA I/II/III HDD or SSD up to 15mm height
Data Transfer Rate	Up to 5 Gbps (USB 3.0); SATA III up to 6 Gbps
Enclosure Material	Solid aluminum body for protection and heat dissipation
Power Supply	USB powered, no external adapter required
LED Indicator	Active LED for power and data access
Plug & Play	Yes, with Hot Swap support
Dimensions (L × W × H)	126 × 78 × 17.8 mm
Weight	Approx. 100 g (enclosure only)
Compatibility	Windows, Mac, Linux, Android
Standards Compliance	RoHS, WEEE, CE
Package Contents	Enclosure, USB 3.0 cable, user manual
Installation	Unscrew rear panel, connect SATA, insert drive, close panel
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; avoid liquids
Safety Notes	Dispose as electronic waste; comply with local regulations
Spare Parts / Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; contact retailer for issues
General Information	Manufactured in compliance with EU directives; no data recovery liability

Frequently Asked Questions - HXD25U3TB Hamlet

What hard drives can I use with the Hamlet HXD25U3TB?

The enclosure supports 2.5" SATA I/II/III hard drives or solid state drives (SSDs) up to 15mm thickness. Only 5V powered drives are supported; 12V dual-voltage drives are not compatible.

Does the HXD25U3TB require an external power adapter?

No, it is USB powered directly from the computer. The included USB cable provides both data and power.

What is the maximum data transfer speed?

With USB 3.0, data transfer rates can reach up to 5 Gbps. With a SATA III drive, the internal interface supports up to 6 Gbps.

Is the enclosure compatible with USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, the drive is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1, though speeds will be limited to the slower port's maximum.

Do I need to format the hard drive before use?

Yes, the hard drive must be formatted before use. The manual recommends consulting your operating system's instructions for the correct formatting procedure.

How do I install a hard drive in the enclosure?

Unscrew the two fixing screws on the rear panel, remove it, connect the hard drive to the internal SATA connector, slide the drive inside, replace the rear panel, and secure with screws.

Can I use the enclosure with a Mac or Linux?

Yes, the device is compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android. It will mount automatically as an external drive on most systems.

How should I safely disconnect the drive?

Always use the "Safely Remove Hardware" feature on Windows or the Eject function on Mac to ensure no data is being written before disconnecting. Wait for the LED to stop flashing.

What is the warranty and support policy?

The product is covered by standard warranty. For support, contact your retailer or Hamlet at [e-mail]. Hamlet is not liable for data loss.

How should I dispose of the enclosure when it reaches end of life?

Dispose of it as electronic waste in designated bins or return it to the retailer as per the WEEE Directive. Do not dispose of it with regular household waste.

USER MANUAL HXD25U3TB Hamlet

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

2.5" Enclosure for 15mm Big Capacity Hard Disk

User Manual

HXD25U3TB

Dear Customer,

Thanks for choosing a Hamlet product. Please carefully follow the instructions for its use and maintenance and, once this item has run its life span, we kindly ask You to dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way, by putting it in the separate bins for electrical/electronic waste, or to bring it back to your retailer who will collect it for free.

We inform You this product is manufactured with materials and components in compliance with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, WEEE Directive 2002/96/CE, 2003/108/CE Italian Legislative Decree 2005/151 and EMC Directive 2014/30/EU for the following standards:

EN 55032: 2015, EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013,

EN 55024: 2010 + A1: 2015, EN 61000-4-2: 2009,

EN 61000-4-3: 2006 + A1: 2008 + A2: 2010, EN 61000-4-4: 2012,

EN 61000-4-5: 2014, EN 61000-4-6: 2014, EN 61000-4-8: 2010,

EN 61000-4-11: 2004.

The complete CE declaration of conformity of the product may be obtained by contacting Hamlet at [e-mail].

The information on the importer for your country is available in the “About us” section of the Hamlet website at www.hamletcom.com.

Trademarks and changes

All trademarks and company names mentioned in this manual are used for description purpose only and remain property of their respective owners.

The material in this document is for information only. Contents, specifications and appearance of the product are indicative and may change without notice.

Important information

Any loss, corruption or destruction of data while using a Hamlet drive is the sole responsibility of the user, and under no circumstances will Hamlet be held liable for the recovery or restoration of this data. To help prevent the loss of your data, it is highly recommended that you keep TWO copies of your data; one copy on your external hard drive, for instance, and a second copy either on your internal hard drive, another external hard drive or some other form of removable storage media.

Description

Hamlet USB 3.0 Tera-Station SATA III is an external hard disk enclosure equipped with USB 3.0 interface that can accommodate a 2.5" SATA hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) up to 15mm thickness for maximum storage capacity. The USB 3.0 interface allows data transfer rate up to 5 Gbps, 10 times faster than USB 2.0, and makes Hamlet USB 3.0 Tera-Station SATA III the ideal portable solution for data storage and backup.

Features

• Supports 2.5" SATA I/II/III Hard Disk Drives up to 15mm height
- SATA III interface with data transfer rate up to 6 Gbps
• Solid aluminum body for protection and excellent heat dissipation
• USB 3.0 connection with data transfer rate up to 5 Gbps
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1
• Active LED to indicate power and data access
- Plug & Play and Hot Swap support
• USB 3.0 cable included
- USB powered, no power adapter required
• Dimensions: 126 × 78 × 17.8 mm
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux and Android

Package content

• 2.5" USB 3.0 enclosure
- USB 3.0 cable
- User's manual

N.B. The enclosure is only compatible with 5V powered hard disks. HDDs with 12V or 5V dual voltage power requirement are not supported.

Hard Disk Installation

1. Unscrew the two fixing screws and remove the rear panel.
2. Connect the hard disk to the SATA connector of the internal board.
3. Insert the hard disk inside the enclosure repositioning the back panel.
4. Fix again the back panel to the aluminum enclosure with the screws. The disk is now ready to use.

Device installation

1. Connect the USB 3.0 cable provided with the product to an available USB port of your computer and to the HXD25U3TB drive.
2. The drive will be automatically installed by the system and will mount in "My Computer" (Windows) or on your "Desktop" (Mac).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before using your external storage device, the hard drive must be formatted. Please refer to your Operating System manual for the correct formatting procedure.

Connecting and disconnecting USB devices

Most USB devices can be removed and unplugged at will. When unplugging storage devices, such as USB flash drives, you should be sure that the computer has finished saving any information to the device before removing it. If the device has an activity light, wait for a few seconds after the light has finished flashing before unplugging it.

Windows Users

If you see the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar, you can use this to ensure that devices have finished all operations in progress and are ready to remove.

1. Click the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon.
2. You'll see a list of connected devices.
3. Click the device you want to remove.

Mac Users

To eject a disk or volume, do one of the following:

• Select the item to eject, and choose File > Eject.
• Drag the item to the Trash icon in the Dock (While you drag, the Trash icon changes to an Eject icon).