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3. Usage with Mac and Windows Operating Systems

3.1 Usage with Mac OS X

3.1.1 Compatibility

UltraDock does not require drivers for operation under Mac OS X. However, if you install a host card

specifically to work with this product, that card may require drivers. See your card’s User Manual for

drivers and instructions.

3.1.2 Using Volumes

If the hard drive attached to the UltraDock is already formatted, an icon representing

the drive’s volume will appear (mount) on the desktop. You can begin using the volume

right away. If the drive is unformatted, a message will appear on the desktop saying

that the disk is unreadable. You can use OS X’s Disk Utility to easily format the drive.

Eject the volume before powering down the unit by dragging the volume’s icon to the

trash bin, or by selecting the volume then pressing Command-E. Shutting down the

unit without first ejecting the volume can result in data loss.

3.1.3 Booting from your UltraDock

Some Macs support booting from an external device. To activate this feature, you must first install OS X

on the external volume. The easiest way to do this is to clone an existing system drive using a utility such

as Carbon Copy Cloner or Super Duper. Next, go to System Preferences  Startup Disk. A window will

list the available bootable volumes. Select the volume from which you wish to boot. Another method is to

hold down the Option key during boot up. A screen should appear that allows you to select the volume

you wish to use. This is useful if you wish to boot from your dock only some of the time.

3.2 Usage with Windows operating systems

3.2.1 Compatibility

UltraDock does not require drivers for operation under Windows XP, Vista, or 7. However, if you install a

host card specifically to work with this product, that card may require drivers. See your card’s User

Manual for drivers and instructions.

3.2.2 Using Volumes

If the hard drive attached to the dock is already formatted, you can begin using the volume right away.

When the dock and drive are properly connected and turned on, a window may open to allow you access

to the volume. If no window appears, you can find the volume by double-clicking the “My Computer” icon.

Eject the volume before powering down the unit by single-clicking the green arrow

icon on the task bar, then selecting “Safely remove….” Windows will indicate when

it is safe to disconnect the dock. Shutting down the unit without first ejecting the

volume can result in data loss.

3.2.3 Booting from your UltraDock

Some PC motherboards support booting from an external device. To activate this feature, you will need

to adjust the motherboard’s BIOS settings. Check with your motherboard’s manufacturer or owner’s

manual for details.

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