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      Using a new flash drive and formatting it with the R3 Pro

      Don't just get any flash drive, get this one! Easily available on Amazon.

      We require the SAMSUNG MUF-256AB/AM FIT Plus 256GB - 400MB/s USB 3.1 Flash Drive  for optimal performance.

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      Why this specific USB drive? 🤔

      1. Speed Matters: With a file transfer speed of up to 400MB/s, this USB drive ensures quick and efficient data transfer, allowing you to focus on your LiDAR missions without worrying about slow data processing.

      2. High Capacity: The 256GB storage capacity provides ample space for your LiDAR data, ensuring you won't run out of room during crucial missions.

      3. Compatibility: The R3 Pro is designed to work seamlessly with this specific USB drive, ensuring smooth operation and data transfer.

      It is critical to monitor the health and use of your USB drive to reduce the possibility of data corruption.  

      How to format:

      1. Insert into a Windows PC.
      2. Right click the drive and choose "Format".
      3. Select "exFAT" , Allocation unit size of "128 kilobytes", and de-select "Quick Format".
      4. Format and create a folder called "DATA" on the drive. This is case sensitive. 
      5. You're good to go! 

      Setup for R3 Pro Logs:

      In some instances a R3 Pro hardware log may be necessary to help investigate your LiDAR unit.  To ensure this log file is created and written, you need to create a folder titled "logs" on your USB drive.  The log file that will be created is encrypted, so you will not be able to examine it.  However, if you send it to the ROCK Support Team, we'll be happy to examine it for you as part of our investigation.    

      How to format (Mac):

      1. Connect the drive to your Mac.
      2. Open the "Disk Utility" application. You can find this by going to Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility, or by searching for it using Spotlight (press Command + Space and start typing "Disk Utility").
      3. In the Disk Utility window, select the drive you want to format from the list on the left. Make sure to select the drive itself, not any partitions it may contain.
      4. Click the "Erase" button at the top of the Disk Utility window.
      5. In the dialog that appears, do the following:
        • Give the drive a name if desired.
        • For the format, choose "ExFAT".
        • There is no option to specify an allocation unit size on Mac. The system will automatically choose an appropriate size.
        • Click "Erase" to start the formatting process.
      6. Once the formatting is complete, the drive will remount and appear on your desktop and in the Finder.
      7. Open the drive in Finder, and create a new folder on it. To do this:
        • Right-click (or Control+click) in the empty space of the drive's window.
        • Choose "New Folder".
        • Rename the new folder to "DATA" (all caps, case sensitive).
      8. You're now ready to use the drive!

      Setup for R3 Pro Logs:

      In some instances a R3 Pro hardware log may be necessary to help investigate your LiDAR unit.  To ensure this log file is created and written, you need to create a folder titled "Logs" on your USB drive.  The log file that will be created is encrypted, so you will not be able to examine it.  However, if you send it to the ROCK Support Team, we'll be happy to examine it for you as part of our investigation.