OYEN DIGITAL MiniPro Dura RAID

To Next Page

Table of Contents

1 Specications

2 Detailed View

3 Power

4 System Setup

5 Formatting the Drives

6 RAID Modes

7 Sleep

8 RAID 1 Rebuild

9 Replacing or Removing Drives

10 Troubleshooting and FAQ

11 Warranty Information

12 Safety and Compliance

MiniPro Dura RAID System

User Guide

(10) Troubleshooting and FAQ

1) Does a "Clear" procedure delete data from existing RAID 1 or

JBOD drive(s)?

No, if a Clear procedure is performed on RAID 1 or JBOD drives, the

existing data on the drives will not be deleted.

2) Can I remove a drive from the RAID and install it in another

enclosure for access to the les?

Yes, only if using RAID 1(Mirroring) or JBOD.

3) Can I connect the MiniPro Dura RAID to a Thunderbolt 3 port?

Yes, the MiniPro Dura RAID is fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3 as

well as USB 3.1 and 3.0. However, you must use the USB-C cable

included with the MiniPro Dura RAID.

4) Is the MiniPro compatible with Thunderbolt 2 using a

Thunderbolt 3 adapter?

No, the MiniPro is not compatible with Thunderbolt 2 using an

adapter of any make or model.

For other questions please contact tech support or visit the FAQ

section of our Web site (www.oyendigital.com/support.html).

Technical Support: tech@oyendigital.com

Location and placing precautions

• Avoid positioning it in locations with direct sunlight or other sources

of heat with high temperatures (over 120° F).

• Do not expose the product to water or humid conditions.

• Do not move the device while it is powered on.

• Ensure that the device is on a clean, rm, and stable surface.

• To allow proper ventilation, do not block or disable the fan.

Electricity and power adapter

When removing the power cable from the socket, always pull on the

plug xture and never on the cable.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Class B Information: This device has been tested and found

to comply with the limits of 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 unit generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-

ence to radio or television reception. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation.

(12) Safety and Compliance

Bottom View

d) Slide the drive(s) away from the connector and slide

the new drive(s) in. Use the screws removed in the last

step to secure the drive(s) to the bracket.

e) Slide the bracket back into the shell and secure using the

screws removed in step (b).

f) Securely insert the front end of the MiniPro Dura RAID into

the rubber Dura bumper. Carefully stretch the rear corners

of the bumper around the MiniPro Dura RAID.

c) Flip the bracket over and remove the screws that attach

the drive(s) you wish to remove.

(9) Replacing or Removing Drives

(11) Warranty Information

This product includes a three (3) year repair/replacement

warranty provided by Oyen Digital. This warranty is non-

transferable and is limited to the original purchaser. Warranty

service may be requested at: oyendigital.com/support.html

a) Carefully remove the rubber Dura bumper surrounding the

enclosure. Slowly stretch the bumper over each corner of

the MiniPro Dura RAID until loose.

b) Remove the screws from the bottom of the enclosure

and slide the bracket out of the shell.

Need help?

Do you have a question about the OYEN DIGITAL MiniPro Dura RAID and is the answer not in the manual?

Summary

Replacing or Removing Drives

Drive Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for safely removing and installing drives in the MiniPro Dura RAID enclosure.

Troubleshooting and FAQ

Clear Procedure Data Deletion

Clarifies if the 'Clear' procedure affects data on RAID 1 or JBOD drives.

Drive Removal for External Access

Explains if drives can be removed from RAID for file access in other enclosures.

Thunderbolt 3 Port Compatibility

Confirms compatibility with Thunderbolt 3 ports and required cables.

Thunderbolt 2 Adapter Compatibility

Addresses compatibility with Thunderbolt 2 via a Thunderbolt 3 adapter.

Technical Support Contact

Provides contact information for technical support and website resources.

Warranty Information

Safety and Compliance

Placement Precautions

Guidelines for optimal and safe placement, avoiding heat and moisture.

Power Handling Safety

Instructions for safely handling power cables and adapters.

FCC Regulatory Compliance

Details FCC Class B compliance for radio frequency emissions.

Product Specifications

Application and Interface

Details on supported applications and connection interfaces like USB 3.1 and Thunderbolt 3.

RAID Modes and System Requirements

Information on supported RAID configurations and operating system requirements.

Operating and Storage Environment

Specifies ideal temperature and humidity ranges for operation and storage.

Power and Enclosure Dimensions

Details power input/output and the physical dimensions of the enclosure.

Powering the Device

System Setup and RAID Configuration

Setting RAID Modes

Guide to configuring RAID modes using DIP switches and the SET button.

Clearing RAID Configuration

Procedure to reset RAID settings and prepare drives for new configurations.

RAID Modes Explained

RAID 0 (Striping)

Explains RAID 0 for increased performance, noting data loss risk.

RAID 1 (Mirroring)

Describes RAID 1 for data redundancy by mirroring data across drives.

JBOD (Clear)

Details JBOD mode for independent drives without performance or redundancy benefits.

BIG (Span)

Explains the 'BIG' mode for combining drives into a single logical unit.

Drive Sleep Functionality

RAID 1 Rebuild Process

Initiating RAID 1 Rebuild

Steps to replace a failed drive and automatically rebuild RAID 1 data.