CRU DataPort 25 IDE User Manual

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DataPort 25. When multiple IDE drives are used, they have to be
jumpered such that there is one drive as a master and one drive as a
slave. Since both drives are off the same cable connector, jumpering as
cable select is NOT supported.

Serial ATA operation

For Serial ATA operation, the lower drive in the carrier is connected to
the left-most Serial ATA data connector on the rear of the frame (JP4).
The upper drive is connected to the right-most data connector (JP5).
These cables can be up to 1000 mm in length. There is also a 2-pin
header on the frame of which pin 1 can be connected to the host
activity open collector LED driver.

Figure 1 – Back

To support both carrier types, connect all three data cables to the
DataPort 25 frame board.

WARNING!

Unlock the DataPort 25 before attempting to remove the
carrier.

Carrier removal

To remove the carrier, first make sure the ejection lever is fully
extended. Then gently press it in to eject the carrier.

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Figure 2 – Ejection lever

Preparation for Installation

1. To prevent data loss, read this manual thoroughly before installing

or operating the DataPort.

2. Before touching any electrical equipment, ground yourself by

touching the metal part of your computer chassis to discharge
static electricity and help prevent any damage to your computer.
CRU-DataPort is not responsible for static discharge
damage.

3. Gather the following tools and needed items:

• Philips screwdriver
• Small flat-head screwdriver
• Computer Users Manual
• Internal IDE or Serial ATA data cable(s)
• Available Serial ATA port(s) (Serial ATA version)

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