SIIG Cool Dual SATA to USB 2.0 Docking User Manual

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Introducing the Cool SATA to USB 2.0
The Cool Dual SATA to USB 2.0 Docking is designed to
support USB equipped computers. This adapter
provides large capacity mobile storage using 2.5" or 3.5"
SATA hard disk drives through high-speed, hot-
swapping USB 2.0 interface.
Features and Benefits
• Compliant with USB 1.1 and 2.0 specifications
• Supports data transfer rate up to 480 Mb/s
• Built-in silent cooling fan effectively extends hard
disk drive life
• Dual-bay design works with 2.5- and 3.5-inch (or
mix) SATA hard disk drives
• Supports SATA 1.5/3 Gb/s hard disk drive capacity
up to 750 GB (2.5-inch) and 2 TB (3.5-inch)
• Plug and Play, no additional drivers needed
• Supports USB hot-swap and hot-plug
System Requirements
• PC or Mac
®
computer with an available USB port
(USB 2.0 recommended)
• Windows
®
7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP
(32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) /
2000
• Mac OS
®
X v10.4.8 or higher
Cool Dual SATA to
USB 2.0 Docking
Quick Installation Guide
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SIIG Cool Dual SATA to USB 2.0 Docking Specifications

General

Interface	USB 2.0
Number of Drives	2
Supported Drive Type	2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD/SSD
Hot-Swappable	Yes
Power Supply	External power adapter
Device Type	Docking Station
Data Transfer Rate	Up to 480 Mbps
OS Compatibility	Windows, macOS

Summary

Introducing the Cool SATA to USB 2.0

Features and Benefits

System Requirements

Package Contents

Layout

Hardware Installation

Driver Installation

Using the Cool Dual SATA to USB 2.0 Docking

Windows Usage

Details how the device appears and functions within the Windows operating system.

Disconnecting From The Computer

Windows 7 Disconnection

Step-by-step guide for safely disconnecting the device in Windows 7.

Disconnecting From The Computer

Windows Vista Disconnection

Step-by-step guide for safely disconnecting the device in Windows Vista.

Windows XP/Server 2003 & 2008 Disconnection

Step-by-step guide for safely disconnecting the device in Windows XP/Server 2003/2008.

Windows 2000 Disconnection

Step-by-step guide for safely disconnecting the device in Windows 2000.

Mac Usage and Disconnection

Technical Support and Warranty

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