USB DataDiode™
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1. USB DATADIODE USER MANUAL Revised December 16 2010 Features e Allows a USB data storage device to be connected to both classified and non classified computers while allowing no classified data to be written back to either the USB device or non classified computer e Prevents human error the user is not required to plug a data storage device into the classified computer e Easy to set up and use e Host select switch toggles between read write and read only connections Only one connection can ever be active at a time e Remount button allows changing resetting attached device without detaching USB DataDiode from computer User Manual for USB DataDiode A9 000 0006 REV 1 0 CRU DataPort Table of Contents 1 Pre Usage Steps 1 1 Box Contents 1 2 Identifying Parts 1 Pre Usage Steps 1 1 Box Contents Check the accessories with your USB DataDiode unit Please contact CRU Dataport if any parts are missing or damaged The box should contain the following items USB DataDiode unit 1 USB cable User s manual and warranty information 1 2 Identifying Parts Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the parts of the USB DataDiode This will help you to better understand the remaining instructions Host indicator LEDs Host select switch Read only LED Read only Enabled Read Only pit gt B USB Da aDiode DataPort CRU DataPort com USB oY Device It lt 4 Read Wr2. con on the task bar then selecting Safely remove Windows will indicate when it is safe to disconnect the USB DataDiode Shutting down the unit without first Windows XP ejecting the volume can result in data loss So ae 1 01 PM 4 Frequently Asked Questions Q Where s the on off switch on the USB DataDiode A USB DataDiode is bus powered by the computer s USB port Power is available immediately when you plug in USB DataDiode Q What is the Remount button on the USB DataDiode for A The Remount button is there for instances where the USB DataDiode may need a power cycle in order to mount the drive device If you get an error that says USB device not recognized then simply hit the Remount button and the volume will mount to the computer Q What is write protection A Also called Read only write protection ensures that no information is written from the connected computer to the attached USB drive This is useful to prevent confidential information from leaving a secure network For more FAQs and additional information please visit www cru dataport com User Manual for USB DataDiode A9 000 0006 REV 1 0 CRU DataPort 5 Technical Specifications e Read Write Full soeed of connected USB Device e Read Only Up to 9 MB s Data Speeds Note Drive speeds will vary depending on the drive model type and operating system 3 two host indicator LEDs one Read only LED Op
3. erating System e Windows XP Vista Windows 7 Requirements e Mac OS X 10 5 Compatibility USB 2 0 USB 1 1 backwards compatible Switch Toggles between read write and read only connections Allows changing resetting attached device without detaching USB Remount Button DataDiode from computer Shipping Weight 0 4 lbs 6 4 Oz 78mm W x 110mm L x 53mm H including rubber feet 2 year limited warranty See warranty statement for details and Warranty limitations CRU offers phone support 800 260 9800 or email support available at support CRU DataPort com Limited Product Warranty CRU DataPort CRU warrants USB DataDiode to be free of significant defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the original date of purchase CRU s warranty is nontransferable and is limited to the original purchaser Limitation of Liability The warranties set forth in this agreement replace all other warranties CRU expressly disclaims all other warranties including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and non infringement of third party rights with respect to the documentation and hardware No CRU dealer agent or employee is authorized to make any modification extension or addition to this warranty In no event will CRU or its suppliers be liable for any costs of procurement of substitute products or services lost profits loss of information or data computer malf
4. ite port Read Write Host Remount button USB device port User Manual for USB DataDiode A9 000 0006 REV 1 0 CRU DataPort 1 3 USB DataDiode Host Connections 1 USB DataDiode is equipped with a USB Type A receptacle for attaching your USB media 2 USB DataDiode has two USB Type B ports for attaching to your host data source and secure host destination e Read Write port Your standard host will have full read and write access to the connected USB device In this mode no access is granted to or from secure host The Read Only circuitry is powered off and no data path exists between the host ports e Read Only port The connection to the standard host is halted anda connection is established to the secure host The secure host can only copy files from the USB device but cannot write files to the USB device 2 Usage of USB DataDiode 2 1 Transferring Data of e Properly connect the unit e Ensure that the Host Select switch is switched to Read Write the green LED will light goinep as e Copy data from the host data source to the USB device e Flip the switch both red LEDs will light e Copy data from the USB device to the secure Flip the switch host destination 2 2 Remount button The USB DataDiode is bus powered by the USB port from the computer so there is no need for an on off switch However there is a Remount button for a few instances where USB devices might n
5. ot be recognized by the computer If that is ever the case unplug the USB device from USB DataDiode and then plug it back in and press the Remount button User Manual for USB DataDiode A9 000 0006 REV 1 0 CRU DataPort 3 Usage with Mac and Windows Operating Systems 3 1 Usage with Macintosh Computers 3 1 1 Compatibility The USB DataDiode is compatible with Mac OS X 10 5 or newer No drivers are needed 3 1 2 Using Volumes The hard drive attached to the USB DataDiode will appear as an icon representing the drive s volume 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 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 2 Usage with Windows Operating System 3 2 1 Compatibility The USB DataDiode is plug and play compatible with Windows XP Vista and Windows 7 No drivers are needed on these operating systems 3 2 2 Using Volumes When the USB DataDiode 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 i
6. unction or any other special indirect consequential or incidental damages arising in any way out of the sale of use of or inability to use any CRU product or service even if CRU has been advised of the possibility of such damages In no case shall CRU s liability exceed the actual money paid for the products at issue CRU reserves the right to make modifications and additions to this product without notice or taking on additional liability DataDiode is a trademark of CRU Acquisitions Group LLC Other marks are the property of their respective owners 2010 CRU Acquisitions Group LLC All rights reserved If you have any questions or problems please visit http Awww cru dataport com or e mail support cru dataport com for technical support We appreciate being able to serve you User Manual for USB DataDiode A9 000 0006 REV 1 0
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