OYEN DIGITAL MiniPro RAID V3 USB-C Dual Bay User Guide

OYEN DIGITAL MiniPro RAID V3 USB-C Dual Bay

Specifications

Detailed View

LED indicators

State| Power LED| Drive 1 (D1)| Drive 2 (D2)
---|---|---|---
Powered & ready| | |
Read/Write activity| | Fast rapid blinking| Fast rapid blinking
Drive Error or missing| | Red| Red
HDD Sleep| | Off| Off
RAID 1 Rebuilding| | Slow steady blink| Slow steady blink

• Note: D1 & D2 LEDs will be OFF when the MiniPro is not connected to a computer.

Installing Drives (Enclosure Only)

1. Remove the screws located at the bottom of the case and slide out the circuit board bracket from the enclosure.
2. Install the drives in the D1 & D2 slots on the circuit board.
3. With your hand holding the drives into the bracket, flip it over to view the screw holes.
4. Using the 8 mounting screws, attach the drives to the bracket using the included screwdriver.
5. Slide the bracket back into the enclosure and fasten using the 4 exterior screws removed in step a.

Power

The MiniPro can be powered from the included DC adapter or bus power. To choose the power method, slide the selector switch to the desired position. DC = External Adapter, USB = Bus Power
Note: We recommend the external adapter when connecting to a USB 3.0 port. If USB 3.0 bus power is desired, we recommend a USB y-cable, which connects to two USB ports for max power. Available here, www.oyendigital.com/USB-Y-F1M2

System Setup

1. Set the switches on the MiniPro to the desired mode.
2. Connect the MiniPro to the host computer and turn on.
3. Using the tip of the screwdriver, press SET button for at least 5 seconds.
4. Release the SET button. The RAID is configured and ready for formatting (section 6).

If changing or deleting a RAID modes, perform a “Clear” procedure.

Clear Procedure:

1. Set the switches on the MiniPro to Clear.
2. Connect the MiniPro to the host computer and turn on.
3. Using the tip of the screwdriver, press SET button for at least 5 seconds.
4. Release the SET button. Any previous RAID mode is removed and the drives are now set for JBOD mode. You may now set a new mode or leave as JBOD.

Formatting the Drives

After setting a new RAID mode, you must format the volume. Note: RAID 0/1 or Span will appear as a single drive.
For instructions, visit: http://oyendigital.com/format

RAID Modes

RAID 0 (Striping) is a non-redundant data mapping technique. It combines data evenly across both drives simultaneously; dramatically increasing performance. RAID 0 will be viewed as one single storage unit. If one disk in the RAID System fails, all data in installed disks will be lost. The total capacity = smallest drive x the total number of drives. For example, if the smallest drive is 500GB and the other is 2TB, the total capacity will be 1TB (500 x 2).
RAID 1 (Mirroring) consists of two drives storing duplicate copies of the same data. In this mode, the data is simultaneously written to both drives. The speed of operation is slow in comparison to RAID 0; however if one drive fails, no data is lost. Simply replace the failed drive (section 9). RAID 1 will be seen as one single storage unit. The total capacity = one drive. For example, if installing 2 x 1TB drives, the total capacity will be 1TB.
JBOD (Clear) is simply a collection of drives that are recognized as separate drives by the OS. JBOD provides no performance increase or redundancy. This is the default setting.
Big (Span) combines both hard drives into a single logical unit. Unlike Striping, it writes data to the first drive until it reaches full capacity. When the first disk reaches full capacity, data is written to the second disk. Spanning does not increase performance or safety. “Big” mode is considered a legacy mode and may cause a decrease in drive performance. It is not recommended for use in most applications.

Sleep
The MiniPro RAID V3 does not have an auto-sleep timer. However, it will follow the sleep settings of the computer. When your computer enters sleep mode, the MiniPro will sleep and the HDDs will spin down.

RAID 1 Rebuild

If one of the drives fail, the D1 or D2 LED will turn RED while connected to a computer. A new drive can be installed and will automatically rebuild with data (if configured for RAID 1 mode).

1. Power down the MiniPro and remove the failed drive.
2. Install the new drive and power up the MiniPro.
3. Connect the MiniPro to a computer.
4. The D1/D2 LED will blink about three times per second, which indicates a rebuild in progress.
5. You may disconnect the MiniPro from the computer during the rebuild, if desired. This will not interrupt the rebuild.

Note: To estimate the rebuild time, multiply one HDD by 3 to get the rebuild hours. For example, a 10TB RAID1 will take 15 hours (5TB x 3).
For SSDs, take the size of both drives and divide by 4. For example, a 4TB SSD RAID1 will take 1 hour to rebuild (4TB divided by 4).

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

3. Can I connect the MiniPro RAID V3 to a Thunderbolt 3 port?Yes, the MiniPro RAID V3 is compatible with Thunderbolt 3 as well as all USB.

4. Is the MiniPro compatible with Thunderbolt 2 using a Thunderbolt 3 adapter?
   No, the MiniPro 3.1 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: [email protected]
Video user guide available at: TinyURL.com/MiniProV3Video

Warranty Information

This product includes a two (2) 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

Safety and Compliance

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, firm, 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 fixture 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.

MiniPro RAID V3 System User Guide

Video user guide available at: TinyURL.com/MiniProV3Video

References

• Oyen Digital: About Us
• Oyen Digital Support Page

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