Dynex DX-PHD25 Contents, Introduction, Safety information, System requirements, Features, CAUTION, RISK OF ELECTRIC, SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN, Important safety instructions

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Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................	2
Safety information ...........................................................................	2
Features............................................................................................	2
Setting up your hard drive enclosure ................................................	3
Using your enclosure ........................................................................	6
Backing up your files ........................................................................	6
Disconnecting the enclosure from your computer ............................	9
Troubleshooting .............................................................................	10
Specifications .................................................................................	10
Legal notices ..................................................................................	10
One-year limited warranty .............................................................	11

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dynex DX-PHD25 external hard drive enclosure kit. This Dynex USB 2.0 2.5" PATA Hard Drive Enclosure lets you access your data at transfer speeds of 480Mbps, following the USB 2.0 standard. You can install a 2.5" PATA hard drive (HDD) by simply installing it into the enclosure, then you can easily backup, restore, and synchronize your data using the one-touch backup button.

Safety information

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this device to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within your hard drive enclosure.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your hard drive enclosure.

Important safety instructions

•This device is to be used in temperatures of 41~95°F (5~35°C). Temperatures exceeding these limits may damage your hard drive or the enclosure. Avoid heat sources or direct sunlight.

•This device can be stored in a humidity range of between 10% and 90%, and can be operated in a humidity range of between 5% and 80%.

•Do not connect the device to your computer without taking precautions to avoid electrostatic discharge or short circuits, which could damage the device or your computer.

•Do not place this device close to a source of strong magnetic fields (such as a computer screen, TV, radio, or speaker). Strong magnetic fields can affect the reliability of data transfer to and from the device.

•Do not place anything heavy on top of the device.

•Use only the accessories provided in the accessory package.

•Before you install or use the device, read the user manual and assemble the enclosure carefully.

•To prevent short circuits, do not leave any metal objects inside the enclosure when installing the hard drive.

•To prevent short circuits, do not use the device close to water, rain, or high humidity.

System requirements

•A 2.5” PATA hard drive

•Computer with built-in USB 2.0 port

•Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac OS X v10.4 or newer

•Intel Pentium II 350 MHz-compatible or G3 processor or greater

•Minimum 128 MB RAM

For best performance and reliability, install the latest updates and service packs (SP) for Windows (go to the Start menu and select Windows Update).

Features

•Provides a USB 2.0 interface compatible with prior USB 1.1 standard.

•Supports up to 320 GB 2.5" PATA interface hard drive.•Supports a high-speed data transfer rate of up to 480Mbps.

•One-touch backup button to easily backup, restore, and synchronize data between your Windows PC and the enclosure.

•Has a power On button, with data active indicator.

•Rapid heat dissipation.

•Supports Plug-and-Play and is hot-swappable.

•Patented strong aluminum design. Simple to set up and easy to use.

•Bundled with the BackOnTrack backup software (for Windows OS only).

Package contents

•DX-PHD25 USB 2.0 2.5” PATA hard drive enclosure (1)

•Hi-speed USB 2.0 Y cable - A to Mini B (1)

•Utility CD with User Guide and backup software included (1)

•Quick Setup Guide (1)

•Screwdriver (1)