ICY BOX IB-180MC-C31 Docking Station for M.2 NVMe and SATA SSD Instruction Manual

ICY BOX IB-180MC-C31 Docking Station for M.2 NVMe and SATA SSD

Safety Information

Please read carefully the following information to prevent injuries, damage to material and device as well as data loss:

Warning levels
Signal words and safety codes indicate the warning level and provide immediate information in terms of the probability of occurrence as well as the type and severity of the consequences if the measures to prevent hazards are not complied with.

• DANGER: Warns of a directly hazardous situation causing death or serious injury.
• WARNING: Warns of a potentially hazardous situation that may cause death or serious injury.
• CAUTION: Warns of a potentially hazardous situation that may cause minor injury.
• IMPORTANT: Warns of a potential situation that may cause material or environ-mental damage and disrupt operative processes.

Risk of electrical shock

WARNING: Contact with parts conducting electricity

• Risk of death by electrical shock
• Read the operating instructions prior to use
• Make sure the device has been de-energised prior to working on it
• Do not remove contact p otection panels
• Avoid contact with conducting parts
• Do not bring plug contacts in contact with pointed and metal objects
• Use in intended environments only
• Operate the device using a power unit meeting the specifications of the type plate only!
• Keep the device/power unit away from humidity, liquid, vapour and dust
• Do not modify the device
• Do not connect the device during thunderstorms
• Approach specialist retailers if you require repairs

Hazards during assembly (if intended)

CAUTION: Sharp components
Potential injuries to fingers or hands during assembly (if intended)

• Read the operating instructions prior to assembly
• Avoid coming into contact with sharp edges or pointed components
• Do not force components together
• Use suitable tools
• Use potentially enclosed accessories and tools only

Hazards caused by a development of heat

IMPORTANT: Insufficient device/power unit ventilation
Overheating and failure of the device/power unit

• Prevent externally heating up components and ensure an exchange of air
• Do not cover the fan outlet and passive cooling elements
• Avoid direct sunlight on the device/power unit
• Guarantee sufficient ambient air for the device/power unit
• Do not place objects on the device/power unit

Hazards caused by very small parts and packaging

WARNING: Risk of suffocation
Risk of death by suffocation or swallowing

• Keep small parts and accessories away from children
• Store/dispose of plastic bags and packaging in an area that is inaccessible to children
• Do not hand over small parts and packaging to children

Potential data loss

IMPORTANT: Data lost during commissioning
Potentially irreversible data loss

• Always comply with the information in the operating instructions/quick installation guide
• Exclusively use the product once the specifications have been met
• Back up data prior to commissioning
• Back up data prior to connecting new hardware
• Use accessories enclosed with the product

Cleaning the device

IMPORTANT: Harmful cleaning agents
Scratches, discolouration, damage caused by moisture or short circuit in the device

• Disconnect the device prior to cleaning
• Aggressive or intense cleaning agents and solvents are unsuitable
• Make sure there is no residual moisture after cleaning
• We recommend cleaning devices using a dry, anti-static cloth

Disposing of the device

IMPORTANT: Environmental pollution, unsuitable for recycling
Potential environmental pollution caused by components, recycling circle interrupted
This icon on product and packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of as part of domestic waste. In compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip-ment Directive (WEEE) this electrical device and potentially included batteries must not be disposed of in conventional, domestic waste or recycling waste. If you would like to dispose of this product and potentially included batteries, please return it to the retailer or your local waste disposal and recycling point.

The included batteries must be completely discharged before return. Take precaution to protect the batteries from short circuits (e.g. by insulating the contact poles with adhesive tape).
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our support at support@raidsonic.de
or visit our website at www.icybox.de.

Package content

• 1x IB-180MC-C31
• 1x USB Type-C® to Type-C® cable with Type-A adapter
• 2x Rubber fixation
• 1x Heat sink
• 2x Thermal pad
• 2x Rubber ring
• 1x Manual

System requirements
One free USB 3.2 (Gen 2) Type-C® or Type-A connection on your host computer.

Key features

• Easy and fast docking of one M.2 NVMe or SATA SSD
• Host connection via USB 3.2 (Gen 2) Type-C® or Type-A
• Data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbit/s
• For 22x 42/60/80 mm M.2 NVMe & SATA SSD
• Fast & toolless installation of M.2 SSD
• Additional aluminium heat sink for optimal heat dissipation
• Works with Windows®, macOS® and Chrome OS®

Overview

1. Rubber fixation
2. ON/OFF button
3. Power LED
4. USB Type-C® host connection
5. Heat sink
6. Thermal pad
7. M.2 SSD 2280 (not included)

Installation

ATTENTION! When installing or uninstalling the M.2 SSD, make sure that the IB-180MC-C31 is always switched off (press ON/OFF button, power LED lights up red) or disconnected from the host computer to avoid data loss.

1. Install the rubber fixation to your required position (42/60/80 mm): Put the rubber fixation through the large hole and push it into the smaller area of the hole HINT: If you use an M.2 NVMe SSD please use the heat sink for optimal cooling of your installed M.2 SSD.
   Install a thermal pad on your M.2 SSD. Make sure that all foils are removed first. Put the aluminium heat sink on the thermal pad on the M.2 SSD.Fix the assembly with both rubber rings provided.

2. Put the M.2 SSD to the M.2 socket in an angle of about 30°.

3. Pull the rubber fixation to the rear and push the M.2 SSD down in position. Release the rubber fixation. The SSD is now locked in place.

4. Connect the cable with the USB Type-C® plug to the IB-180MC-C31.

5. Connect the cable with the Type-C® or Type-A plug to your host computer.

6. Once the IB-180MC-C31 is connected to the host computer the power LED lights up red.

7. Press the ON/OFF button to power the device. The power LED lights up white.

8. To deinstall the M.2 SSD please press the ON/OFF button again to power off the IB-180MC-C31 (power LED red).
   Please await the end of read/write operations before switching off the device to avoid data loss.

Usage

• Power LED red – Power OFF
• Power LED white – Power ON
• Please await the end of read/write operations before disconnecting the device to avoid data loss.
• A new SSD must first be initialised, partitioned and formatted by the operating system to be recognised by the system.
• If the drive is not recognised instantly by the operating system, please check:
  • if the driver software is installed (USB).
  • if the SSD is initialised, partitioned and formatted.
• The full USB 3.2 (Gen 2) transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s can only be achieved with a compatible USB 3.2 (Gen 2) port on your host computer. The IB-180MC-C31 is downwards compatible with USB 3.2 (Gen 1) and USB 2.0. USB 3.2 (Gen 2) is equivalent to USB 3.1 (Gen 2) and USB 3.1.

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The information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. RaidSonic Technology GmbH assumes no responsibility for any errors contained in this manual. RaidSonic Technology GmbH reserves the right to make changes in the specifications and/or design of the above mentioned product without prior notice. The diagrams contained in this manual may also not fully represent the product that you are using and are there for illustration purposes only. RaidSonic Technology GmbH assumes no responsibility for any differences between the product mentioned in this manual and the product you may have. Apple and macOS, MAC, iTunes and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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