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  • HP RDX160 | HP RDX USB 3.0 Removable Disk System User guide - Page 1
    HP RDX USB 3.0 Removable Disk Backup System User Guide Abstract This guide is intended for users who install, operate and maintain HP RDX USB 3.0 Removable Disk Backup Systems. HP Part Number: EH969-90931 Published: September 2013 Edition: Third
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    information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. WARRANTY STATEMENT
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    supported 5 How do I connect the drive to my server 5 What are the mounting requirements for an internal device 6 Mounting bay...6 Mounting hardware...6 HP RDX USB Removable Disk utility 6 The HP RDX Utility CD...6 HP Storage SPOCK...7 2 Installing an HP RDX 19 5 Troubleshooting 20 General Procedure...
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    System 24 7 USB Configuration Guide 25 USB in HP RDX 3.0 devices...25 USB terminology...25 Setting up a USB network...26 USB cables...26 8 Support and other resources 27 HP technical support...27 HP websites...27 Typographic conventions...27 Subscription service...28 Related documentation...28
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    are available, and there is an RDX DL Server Module that can be installed in some HP ProLiant servers. (See www.hp.com/storage/spock for details of which HP ProLiant server models are supported.) This guide describes how to install and operate the HP RDX USB 3.0 Internal and External Removable Disk
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    for getting the best performance from your drive. Use the HP RDX Utility CD to complete installation, as described in this guide, and to verify and troubleshoot performance after installation. It helps you to: • Install the RDX Removable Disk utility which enables the eject function to operate
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    HP RDX utility • Troubleshoot with the HP RDX Removable Disk utility • Download and install firmware updates from www.hp.com/support/rdx HP Storage SPOCK The RDX QuickSpecs on www.hp RDX. • For more information about using the SPOCK pages click on the link to the SPOCK User Guide. HP Storage SPOCK 7
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    HP RDX USB 3.0 External Removable Disk Backup System, please refer to Installing an HP RDX USB 3.0 External Removable Disk Backup System (page 14). If you are installing an RDX USB DL Server module, please refer to the installation instructions Your server or workstation manuals (for reference during
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    mounting methods. The server may also incorporate a locking mechanism to hold the RDX Removable Disk Backup System in place. See Secure the RDX Removable Disk Backup System (page 12). Please check your HP ProLiant server documentation to ascertain the correct method of mounting, and to check
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    's documentation for instructions. • If you are installing on a server or workstation that requires a tray, place the RDX Removable Disk Backup if no port is available on the system board. See the RDX QuickSpecs on www.hp.com for supported products. Connect the USB cable to the server or workstation
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    connector because there are two types of pin layout, Intel and HP. The appropriate cable must be purchased separately. Figure 5 Orientation of special ProLiant internal connector Attach USB and power cable to the RDX Removable Disk Backup System NOTE: The drive is not powered from the
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    to you system's documentation. Mounting hardware used (HP ProLiant) Ensure that you use the correct mounting rails or locating screws, as described in Attach mounting hardware (page 9). The server also incorporates a locking mechanism to hold the RDX Removable Disk Backup System in place. 1. Push
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    hardware used 1. M3 screws, supplied 2. Ensure blanking plates are in place over empty bays and replace the cover on the server or workstation. Secure the RDX Removable Disk Backup System 13
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    external drive Figure 8 Rear view of the external drive 1 Power socket 3 Kensington Lock hole 2 USB port Connecting the power and USB cables An external HP RDX Removable Disk Backup System will operate using any voltage in the range 100-240 volts (1A, 50-60 Hz). No adjustment is needed. A USB
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    use the supplied power cord to plug the AC adapter into a power outlet. (The supplied power cord is appropriate for your geographical region.) NOTE: The RDX Removable Disk Backup System is not powered from the USB bus. It must be connected to the mains power supply. Figure 10 Connecting the power
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    or have administrator privileges to install the software. 1. Insert the supplied HP RDX Utility CD into the CD-ROM drive on the server or workstation. to run it manually. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and restart the server or workstation when asked to do so. 4. Your RDX Removable Disk
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    HP branded media. The RDX Removable Backup System supports any HP RDX cartridge. Cartridges are available in different capacities to support your storage requirements. Order online at: www.hp and try again. Use the keyed corner as a guide to correct alignment, see Inserting a cartridge (page 18
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    1. write protect tab 2. keyed corner Removing cartridges NOTE: For the eject function to operate correctly, the HP RDX utility should be installed immediately after installation. See Install the RDX utility (page 16). There are two ways to eject a cartridge under normal operation. If the eject
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    Unload using the eject button 1. Press the Eject button on the front panel. Figure 13 Ejecting a cartridge 1. cartridge activity LED 2. eject button NOTE: On the internal model, the Eject button is to the right of the cartridge slot. Figure 14 Front panel of an internal drive 2. The drive
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    on the host? You can use the HP RDX Ultility to download and install firmware upgrades from www.hp.com/support/rdx. Are you using new cartridges or a different brand of cartridge? Have you been using the particular cartridge for a very long time? The problem could lie with the cartridge: 1. Check
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    problem could lie with the host or the software. Consult the server or workstation's operating manuals, the software manual, or seek help from a service , you may not be running the correct RDX utility, see RDX Removable Disk utility (page 6). Install the RDX utility and try again. If necessary, use
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    unit is connected to a RDX service and carrying out a read, write or seek operation RDX Removable Disk Backup System from www.hp.com/support/rdx. • Test the unit and the cartridge. To run the RDX Utility for Windows Click Start > All Programs > RDX Utility > RDX Utility. For instructions on using the RDX
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    Configuration Guide ( Service support 2. Disable USB boot in the BIOS and retry. 3. Attempt to eject the cartridge and retry boot, or boot with the RDX Removable Disk Backup System disconnected. 4. If using a FAT32 formatted cartridge, reformatting to another file system may fix the problem. The RDX
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    the module and return it for servicing. It is important to retain the cables; the replacement unit does not include cables. To reconnect your RDX Removable Disk Backup System Follow the step-by-step instructions in this User Guide. 24 Replacing an internal HP RDX USB 3.0 Removable Disk Backup System
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    7 USB Configuration Guide In this chapter: • USB in HP StorageWorks devices (page 25) • USB terminology (page 25) • Setting up a USB network (page 26) • USB cables (page 26) USB in HP RDX 3.0 devices The RDX Removable Disk Backup system is a USB 3.0 logo certified device. It supports the superspeed
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    USB host at the system and all the hubs between the device and host support super-speed (USB 3.0) transfer rate otherwise the device will run at a slower USB 2.0 transfer rate. When using a bulk transfer device, such as an RDX Removable Disk Backup System, do not use other USB devices that will Guide
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    /spock - Compatibility and cabling information for HP storage products • www.hp.com/support/rdx - Support pages for the HP RDX Removable Disk product • www.hp.com/support/manuals - HP Support website, documentation • www.hp.com/support/downloads - HP Support website, firmware and software downloads
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    installation information in this guide (available in English, French, German and Japanese) You can find these documents from the Manuals page of the HP Business Support Center website: www.hp.com/support/manuals Registering your drive Once you have installed and tested your HP RDX USB drive, please
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    , 20 HP technical support, 27 I inserting cartridges, 17 install drive external drive, 14 internal drive, 10 installation external drive, 14 internal drive, 8 problems, 20 RDX utility, 16 internal drive attach mounting hardware, 9 connect power cable, 11 connect USB cable, 11 install drive, 10
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    R RDX utility, 6 installation, 16 troubleshooting, 22 related documentation, 28 S secure drive internal drive, 12 slow performance, 23 Subscriber's Choice, HP, 28 supported operating systems, 5 symbols in text, 28 T technical support HP, 27 service locator website, 27 text symbols, 28 U unload
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HP RDX
USB 3.0 Removable Disk Backup System
User Guide
Abstract
This guide is intended for users who install, operate and maintain HP RDX USB 3.0 Removable Disk Backup Systems.
HP Part Number: EH969-90931
Published: September 2013
Edition: Third