User manual TRANSCEND PDC3

[. . . ] Internet access to download the device driver. 2 Safety Precautions These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT!Please follow them carefully. Before installation, please ensure your computer is off and its AC power cord is disconnected. General Use To prevent damage cause by electrostatic discharge (ESD), always touch a grounded or large metal object before handling the USB 3. 0 / SATA-III Combo Card. During operation, avoid exposing the card to extreme temperatures above 70(158), or below 0(32). Do not allow the card to come in contact with water or any other liquids. [. . . ] Unscrew the two mounting screws as shown, then position the Low Profile Bracket onto the card and reattach the screws. 8. Close the computer case and reconnect the AC power cord along with any other necessary cables. 7 Driver Installation 1. Use the drop down menus to locate your product or enter its model number in the Search field. 2. Download the "PDC3 USB 3. 0 Driver" and the "PDC3 SATA-III Driver", then double-click the "Setup. exe" files to install the drivers on your computer. 3. Click "Next" to continue. 8 SATA-III Driver USB 3. 0 Driver 4. Choose "I accept the terms of the license agreement" and then click "Next. " 5. Click "Next" to continue. SATA-III Driver SATA-III Driver 6. Click "Install. " 9 USB 3. 0 Driver 7. Once the driver has finished installing, click "Finish" to exit the wizard. SATA-III Driver USB 3. 0 Driver 8. Restart your system. 10 Connecting USB devices Once you have successfully installed the USB 3. 0 / SATA-III Combo Card into your computer, simply plug a USB 1. 1, 2. 0, or 3. 0 device into one of the card's two USB 3. 0 ports. If the driver has been installed successfully, your computer should automatically detect the device. Most USB storage devices do not require drivers, which means you may begin using your device immediately after the drive is detected. However; if your USB 3. 0 device requires a driver, please consult the product user's manual for driver installation instructions. 11 Troubleshooting If a problem occurs with your USB 3. 0 / SATA-III Combo Card, please first check the information listed below before taking the card in for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem after trying the following suggestions, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our website. USB devices or SATA drives are not detected / cannot be recognized Check the following: 1. Is your USB 3. 0 / SATA-III Combo Card properly plugged into the PCI Express slot?If it is properly connected, try using another available PCIe slot (x1, x2, x4, x8, or x16). Ensure that the driver has been installed successfully. Is the PCI Express slot disabled in the BIOS settings?Please see your motherboard's user manual for instructions on how to enter the BIOS and enable the PCIe slots. Is the USB 3. 0 / SATA-III Combo Card connected to your computer's power supply?Ensure that you have connected a 4-pin power connector (or 15-pin SATA power connector) from your PC power supply to the Expansion Card. [. . . ] Please inform yourself about the local rules on the separate collection of electrical and electronic products. The correct disposal of your old product helps prevent potential negative consequences on the environment and human health. Battery Disposal: Your product contains a built-in rechargeable battery covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries. The correct disposal of batteries helps prevent potentially negative consequences on the environment and human health. [. . . ]