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Diamond Cipher AES 256-bit Combo Hard Drive

Model: DCHD256ES & DCHD256EU

User’s Guide

FCC Warning Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following suggestions.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver

Connect the equipment to a different power outlet other than the one where receiver is connected

Consult a certified television or radio technician

Enclosure and Drive Cradle Overview

The drive enclosure is the enclosure where a SATA hard drive is mounted and secured by 4 screws.

Drive cradle, also known as fixed tray, is the frame that mounts inside the drive bay of a desktop, server or any computing equipment. The drive cradle provides both power and data connection between the computer and the drive enclosure.

The Diamond cipher drive cradle fits into any standard 5 ¼” drive bay and can connect to the computer via SATA or USB 2.0. This interface allows hot swapping the hard drive without restarting or rebooting the system. The Diamond drive cradle is compatible with all Diamond drive enclosures and Diamond cipher drive enclosures. As a result you can insert SATA or IDE hard drive, encrypted or unencrypted, into the same drive cradle of a computer.

Drive

Enclosure

Power LED

Drive Activity

LED

Drive Cradle

Cipher Key

Power Switch /

Locking Mechanism

Cipher Key Socket

Encryption key active LED

Handle

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Addonics Technologies DCHD256ES, DCHD256EU manual Addonics, Enclosure and Drive Cradle Overview

DCHD256ES, DCHD256EU specifications

Addonics Technologies is renowned for its innovative storage solutions, and the DCHD256ES and DCHD256EU are two standout products in their lineup. These dual-channel hard disk controllers are designed to enhance storage capabilities while ensuring data integrity and performance.

The DCHD256ES and DCHD256EU models are equipped with dual-port interfaces that enable simultaneous data transfers. This feature significantly boosts overall data throughput, making them ideal for applications that require high-speed data storage and retrieval, such as video surveillance systems or large database management. With a robust architecture that supports multiple drive configurations, these controllers can seamlessly accommodate a variety of hard disk drives and solid-state drives.

One of the key technologies incorporated in both models is the support for SATA III interface, which allows for maximum data transfer speeds of up to 6 Gbps. This next-generation interface ensures that users can take full advantage of their drives' capabilities, leading to faster backups and data access times. Additionally, the controllers support advanced features like hot-swapping, which permits users to replace drives without shutting down the system—a critical feature for maintaining uptime in mission-critical environments.

Another important characteristic of the DCHD256ES and DCHD256EU is their compatibility with RAID configurations. They support various RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, and 5, providing users the flexibility to choose the level of redundancy and performance that best meets their needs. RAID 1, for instance, offers data mirroring, enhancing data protection, while RAID 0 improves performance by striping data across multiple drives.

The end-user experience is further optimized with the inclusion of advanced error-correction technologies that enhance data integrity. Built-in features like SMART monitoring enable users to monitor drive health, alerting them to potential failures before they lead to data loss.

In summary, the Addonics Technologies DCHD256ES and DCHD256EU are powerful dual-channel hard disk controllers that bring advanced features, robust performance, and high reliability to storage solutions. With their support for RAID configurations, dual-port interfaces, and high-speed SATA III connectivity, they are well-suited for demanding applications across various industries. These controllers provide a perfect blend of speed, capacity, and data protection, making them an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their storage capabilities.