⚙️Mode Configuration

Configure IODD virtual drive modes for HDD, ODD, VHD, removable drive, fixed drive, and write-protection behavior.

Mode Configuration controls how the PC recognizes your IODD device: physical HDD, virtual ODD for ISO files, and virtual VHD/IMA/RMD drives. Use this page to enable or disable device types, change drive order, and set fixed/removable or write-protected behavior.

Ensure that your disk drive is properly initialized before proceeding. Drive Setup Guide

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How to Enter Mode Setting

1. Press the Menu (or *) button.

2. Navigate to and select [Mode setting].

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Item Descriptions

Item	Description
HDD	The internal physical drive of the ST400/LK100/MINI PRO.
ODD	Virtual Optical Disc Drive (CD/DVD/Blu-ray) used for mounting ISO files. Note: ODD is always write-protected; manual toggle does not apply.
VHD	Virtual drive used for mounting VHD/IMA/RMD files. It can act as a removable/fixed drive or a USB memory stick.

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Mode Setting Controls

Key	Function	Description
2 / 8	Move Cursor	Moves the cursor (▶) Up and Down to select a drive.
3 / 9	Change Order	Moves the selected item's priority order (▶) Up and Down.
5	Write Protect	Toggles Write Protection (On/Off) for the selected drive.
6	Drive Type	Toggles the selected drive's property between Fixed and Removable.

Disabling Items: Items placed below the [----------Disable-----] line will be deactivated. Use the 3 or 9 keys to move unwanted items below this line.

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Configuration Example

IODD mode configuration example

If configured as shown in the image above, the PC will recognize the following devices:

1. Physical HDD

2. Virtual ODD Drive

3. Removable Writable USB Drive

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Error: [No Extra Devices] If you attempt to mount an ISO or VHD file and receive this message, it means no virtual drive (ODD/VHD) is currently active. At least one virtual drive must be enabled in the Mode Setting menu.

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Saving and Next Steps

Once you have finished your configuration, press the Menu (*) key to save. The IODD will automatically reconnect, and your new settings will be applied.

• To mount an ISO file: Proceed to Virtual ODD (ISO) Guide.

• To use Virtual USB/HDD: Learn how to Create VHD files with VHD Tools.