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Syba SY-ENC50122 - User Manual

Syba SY-ENC50122
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Summary

1. Product Specifications

HDD and RAID Capacity

Details single HDD capacity up to 16TB and total RAID 0 capacity exceeding 80TB.

Power, Alerts & Fan Control

Covers 12V8A power supply needs, voltage alerts (yellow/red lights), and smart fan with sleep mode.

Connectivity and OS Support

Specifies transfer rates via USB3.0 (5Gbps) and eSATA (3Gbps), and supported OS (Win, MAC, Linux).

Auto-Sleep Functionality

Explains automatic sleep modes during data transfer and computer sleep/shutdown, with wake-up triggers.

2. Package Contents

Included Components

Lists all package contents: enclosure, Type-C cable, eSATA cable, 12V8A adapter, power cable, CD, screwdriver, and screws.

3. HDD Installation Instruction

3.5-inch HDD Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing 3.5-inch HDDs, covering panel removal, tray insertion, and screw alignment.

2.5-inch HDD Installation

Procedure for 2.5-inch HDDs: removing clasp, placing drive, and securing with screws in the tray.

4. Product Description and Components

Front Panel LEDs

Describes the front panel's HDD POWER LED (blue) and HDD ACTIVITY LED (yellow) functions.

Lower Panel LEDs and Modes

Explains lower panel LEDs for normal/RAID modes, including POWER, 1-5 LEDs, and E/R error/rebuild indicators.

Component Locations and Functions

Details the purpose of the Power Switch, 12V input, RESET/RAID switches, USB 3.0, eSATA ports, and smart fan.

5. Hardware RAID Setup

Setting Initial State

Initial setup involves setting switches to OFF and performing a 15-second RESET button press when powered on.

Configuring RAID Mode

Instructions for selecting RAID modes via switches, with a crucial warning to back up data before changing.

RAID Mode Configuration

RAID Mode Comparison Table

Table mapping switch configurations (S/W1-3) to RAID modes like RAID0, RAID1/10, RAID3, RAID5, CLONE, LARGE, NORMAL.

RAID Setting Schematic Diagrams

Visual guides illustrating HDD movement and resulting disk volumes for various RAID configurations.

6. Software RAID Setup

Software Installation and Launch

Guide to installing RAID Manager from CD, locating files in Windows Explorer, and launching the application post-install.

RAID Manager Application Usage

Starting and Initial Display

How to launch the RAID Manager, view initial disk status, and access Basic/Advanced modes.

Connection and Disconnection Status

Details warning messages shown in the software for enclosure connection status and disk unplugging events.

Software RAID Mode Configuration

Basic Mode Configuration

Configuring RAID modes using the 'Basic Mode' interface, with availability dependent on installed HDDs.

Applying Settings and Data Warning

Process to apply selected RAID mode via 'Apply' button, highlighting the critical data loss warning.

RAID Creation Confirmation

Displays progress of RAID creation and confirms successful setup with a 'created' message.

Software RAID Mode Deletion

Deleting RAID Groups

Procedure to delete all RAID groups and restore independent disks, requiring confirmation due to data loss.

RAID Status Monitoring and Recovery

RAID Degraded and Rebuilding Status

Monitoring RAID status for degraded drives and the progress of automatic data reconstruction after replacement.

Normal Operation and Mode Selection Note

Shows normal RAID status and emphasizes selecting either Hardware or Software RAID, not both.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Power On Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power problems: checking power supply, connections, and indicator lights.

Manual RAID Setup Problems

Resolving issues with manual RAID setup, including switch settings, RESET button usage, and software installation.

RAID Reconstruction and Rebuild Failures

Guidance on automatic recovery, handling rebuild failures, and disk replacement precautions for RAID rebuilding.

Syba SY-ENC50122 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeExternal Enclosure
MaterialAluminum
ColorBlack
CoolingPassive
InterfaceUSB 3.0
Supported Drive TypeSATA HDD/SSD
ChipsetJMS578
Supported Drive Size2.5 in
Form Factor2.5"

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