CD-ROM Box Enclosure
Installation Guide
For Models:
VP-6020 VP-6028
VP-6022 VP-6029
VP-6023 VP-6048
VP-6024 VP-6049
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1-1 Introduction
CongratulationsonyourpurchaseofoneofthefollowingCD-ROMBoxEnclosures.
Each CD-ROM Box Enclosure is an external enclosure which is designed to enable
portable, hot-swap, plug-and-play operation of same-interface type 5.25” devices
installed in the box.
VP-6020 for IDE/ATA/ATAPI devices
VP-6022 for SCSI (50-pin) interface
VP-6024 for IDE Shuttle Module
VP-6028 for USB interface
VP-6029 for FireWire 1394 interface
VP-6048 for USB interface with Mobile Rack
VP-6049 for FireWire 1394 interface with Mobile Rack
IfyoupurchasedtheVP-6020CD-ROMBox,notethat it isdesignedtoenablecross-
platform, portable hot-swap, plug-and-play operation of 5.25” IDE or ATA/ATAPI
devices with different interfaces using the following available interface Docking Kits:
VP-8052 SCSIdock Docking Kit
VP-8053 Wide SCSIdock Docking Kit
VP-8055 PARALLELdock Docking Kit
VP-8056 PCMCIAdock Docking Kit
VP-8057 CARDBUSdock Docking Kit
VP-8058 USBdock Docking Kit
VP-8059 FireWire 1394 Docking Kit
When used with any of the Docking Kits, the CD-ROM Box provides the perfect
solution for portable use of removable media devices with Notebooks, iMac,
Net-PC, Micro ATX PC, LCD panel PC, Mac and PC desktop computers equipped
with the same interface as the Docking Kit.
This manual will guide you through the steps for installing a CD-ROM drive in the
Model 6020 CD-ROM Box Enclosure for 5.25” IDE/ATA/ATAPI devices.
NOTE: Except for device types and connector
details unique to each interface, the basic procedures
forinstallingdevicesin anyCD-ROM BoxEnclosure
is the same.
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1-1.1 CD-ROM Box Enclosure Features
• Enables portable use of 5.25” internal model removable media devices with
computers equipped with the same interface
• Supports hot-swap and plug-and-play features of the selected interface
• Model VP-6020: enables cross-platform interface compatibility of 5.25”
form factor IDE/ATA/ATA devices and ATAPI CD-ROM drives with
computers using the same interface as the Docking Kit model (USB,
Parallel, 1394/FireWire, SCSI, CARDBUS and PCMCIA).
1-1.2 Unpacking Your CD-ROM Box
Verify that the following items are included in the carton. If any parts are damaged or
missing, please contact your local dealer or sales representative immediately.
• One assembled CD-ROM Box Enclosure
• One vertical-holder stand (for optional use)
• Four mounting screws
• Installation Guide
2-1 Installation
The following sections will guide you through the installation of a CD-ROM drive
in the CD-ROM Box Enclosure. There are two parts to the installation:
• Disassembly of the CD-ROM Box Enclosure (as it is shipped)
• Assembly of a device in the CD-ROM Box Enclosure
A small Phillips screwdriver is the only tool required.
2-1.1 Disassemble the CD-ROM Box
1. Remove the four rubber stands on the CD-ROM Box Enclosure by gently
prying them off.
2. Remove the four retaining screws securing the top enclosure cover.
(Refer to the following illustration to identify the top cover.)
3. Separate the top and bottom enclosure covers.
4. Slide out the end-panel with mounted connectors and fan .
Note that the CD-ROM Box Enclosure is factory
assembled with the drive rails installed.
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Retaining
Screws
(x4)
Top Cover
(Note alignment
flanges)
Vertical-Holder
Stand (Optional)
Connectors/Fan
End-Panel
Rubber
Stands
(x4)
Bottom Cover
(Note cut-out
for flange)
Drive Rails
Retaining
Screws
(x4)
CD-ROM Box Enclosure Components
2-1.2 Assemble CD-ROM Box with CD-ROM Drive
1. Attach the two connectors from the end-panel assembly to the appropriate
connectors on the CD-ROM drive.
40-pin IDE
Data Connector
End-Panel
Assembly
CD-ROM
Drive
Pin-1 Colored
Stripe
4-pin Power
Connector
Power and Data Connector Drive Connections
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a. Attach the IDE 40-pin data cable from the end-panel to the 40-pin connector
on the back of the CD-ROM drive. To ensure pin-1 to pin-1 connection,
orient the cable so the colored stripe edge is closest to the power connector.
b. Attachthe4-pin powercablefromtheend-paneltothe4-pin connectoron the
back of the CD-ROM drive. The connector is ‘D’ shaped to ensure proper
connection.
2. Place the CD-ROM drive in the bottom enclosure cover. The CD-ROM drive’s
front face panel should be flush with the front corners of the case (positioned in
front of the guide flanges.)
3. AligntheCD-ROMdrive’smountingholeswiththemountingholesonthedrive
rails and secure with four screws (two on each side).
4. Slide the back-panel connector assembly back into the end groove guide.
5. Place the top cover over the drive assembly, making sure the end-panel assembly
slides into its end groove guide.
Top Cover
Top Cover
Mounting
Screws (x4)
Rubber
End-Panel
Stands (x4)
Assembly
CD-ROM
Drive
Drive
Mounting
Screws (x4)
Bottom
Cover
Installing Covers and Rubber Stands
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6. Align the cover’s mounting holes with the mounting holes on the drive rails and
secure with four screws (two on each side).
7. Replace the four rubber stands, one on each of the four corners. Orient each stand
so the raised nub is on the bottom. These help heat dissipation and provide secure
placement of the CD-ROM Box.
Assembled CD-ROM Box Enclosure
8. A vertical-holder stand is also provided as a convenient, space-saving method for
setup of the CD-ROM Box Enclosure on your desktop. Simply align the grooves
of the CD-ROM box with the guides on the stand and slide together.
CD-ROM Box Enclosure with Vertical-Holder Stand
The installation is complete and the CD-ROM drive is now ready to use with any
Docking Kit.
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3.1 Operation with a Docking Kit
Perform the following steps (in the order given) to set up a Docking Unit with your
CD-ROMBoxEnclosureforoperation.(AlsorefertoyourDockingKit’sinstallation
manual for further details. Some Docking Kits do not provide a Power Select switch.)
1. ForWindows98users:verifythattheWindows98driverisinstalled(ifrequired.)
2. Verify that the power switch on the Docking Unit is OFF.
IMPORTANT
ThePowerSelect orPowerON/OFFswitch(dependingon
model) must be in the OFF position before proceeding.
ForDockingunitswithaPowerSelect switch,set theswitch
totheMIDDLEpowerOFFposition beforeconnectingthe
CD-ROM Box.
Power OFF
External
Power Adapter
Use Docking Kit
Power
Power Select Switch Settings on Docking Unit (For Example VP-8058)
3. Plug the Docking Kit’s 50-pin Centronics connector into the 50-pin connector
on the back of the CD-ROM Box.
4. Using the +5V/+12V AC/DC Power Adapter:
a. With the Power Switch in the OFF position, plug in the 6-pin connector-end
of the external power adapter into its corresponding +5V/+12V power-in
connector on the Docking Unit.
b. Plug one end of the power cord into the power adapter and the other end into
an AC power source outlet.
5. Set the Power Switch to ON position:
For models with Power Select switch:
a. Whenusingtheexternalpoweradapter,setthePowerSelectswitchtotheLEFT
position. Note that the green LED on the Docking Unit should be lit,
indicating power ON. (This allows the device to warm up before connecting
to the port.)
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b. When using the Docking Kit’s interface for power, set switch to the RIGHT
position. Note: it is recommended that you use the +5V /+12V power adapter
whenever possible.
6. Connect the Docking Kit’s interface cable into the appropriate interface port on
your computer; plug the other end into the connector port on the Docking Unit.
7. Viewing the screen, note that the plug-and-play feature will recognize the new
device and assign it as a new drive.
The device is now ready to use.
Connector
Interface
to Computer
Cable
External
Docking Unit
Power Adapter
CD-ROM Box
Power Adapter
Power Cord
Connections with Docking Unit for Operation
3-1 Disconnecting the CD-ROM Box
1. Unplug the interface cable from the Docking Unit. (Note that the drive icon will
disappear from the computer screen.)
2. Turn power on Docking Unit OFF.
3. You can now switch to another device. When connecting a new device, be sure to
follow the same sequence for setup as previously outlined in section 3.0.
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