Highlights
  • U2-ATAWP01 support two IDE (ATA/ATAPI) devices.
Introduction

U2-ATAWP01 is a USB 2.0 to ATA bridge with read-only (write protect) function. It allows ATA/SATA storage devices to be connected to a USB 2.0 serial bus in a plug-and-play fashion. The read-only (write protect) function provides the perfect solution for forensic application.

  • U2-ATAWP01 supports primary partition and multiple logical partition.
  • U2-ATAWP01 supports all kinds of file system:
    • FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file system for Windows.
    • Ext2 and Ext3 file system for Linux
    • Mac OS Standard and Mac OS Extended file system for Mac OS
Technical Specifications

USB 2.0 to ATA Bridge Board:

  • Complies with the USB-IF specifications for USB 2.0, the USB Mass Storage Class, and the USB Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only Transport
  • Operates at High (480Mbps) or Full (12Mbps) speed
  • Uses one external serial EEPROM containing the USB device serial number, vendor and product identification data, and device configuration data
  • Self Powered Mode Of Operation
  • Built-in High-performance Micro-controller Engine for interface, flow & multi-functional control
  • Support for ATA devices configured either as master or slave.
  • ATA Interface Supports:
    • PIO Mode 0 ~ 4
    • Multiword DMA Mode 0 ~ 2
    • Ultra DMA Mode 0 ~ 4
    • Supports 48-bit addressing for large hard drives (>128GB)
  • Provide High Speed LED and Device Access LED
  • IDE (ATA) Interface: IDC 2X20 Male Connector
  • USB 2.0 Interface: One External USB B-type-4pin Connector
  • DC Power Input: Walkman-type 2.0 mm DC Jack
  • DC Power Output: mini 4-pin (+12V, GND, GND, +5V) FDD like Power Connector
Physical Dimensions
  • 9cm (W) x 4.5cm (L) x 2.5cm (H)
Hardware Requirements
  • Desktop PC: with either a built-in USB (1.0 or 2.0) controller or an USB (1.0 or 2.0) to PCI Host Adapter equipped with a external USB port.
  • Laptop PC: with either a built-in USB (1.0 or 2.0) controller or an USB (1.0 or 2.0) to CardBus PC Card equipped with a external USB port.
Operating System Requirements
  • Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/2003; MacOS 9.1 or higher; Linux
  • Driver Requirements
    • USB:
      • No driver installation for Windows ME, 2000, XP, 2003, Mac OS and Linux.
      • Driver available for Window 98 SE
Applications

The read-only (write protect) function provides the perfect solution for anti-virus, hacker prevention and forensic application.

Kit includes
  • U2-ATAWP01 Bridge Board
  • A-to-B type USB 2.0 Cable (1.0m length)
  • Ultra DMA100 Cable (18 inch for two IDE devices)
  • Y-Shape DC Power Cable (Red, Black, Black, Yellow) with power connectors (two FDD like mini 4pin and one IDE big 4pin female plug)
  • AC 100 ~ 240 V to DC +12V/4.16A Power Adapter
  • AC power cord (Length: 6 feet)
  • User's Guide