Computer Hardware User Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1.0 Introduction
- 2.0 Drive specifications
- 2.1 Specification summary tables
- 2.2 Formatted capacity
- 2.3 Default logical geometry
- 2.4 Recording and interface technology
- 2.5 Physical characteristics
- 2.6 Seek time
- 2.7 Start/stop times
- 2.8 Power specifications
- 2.9 Environmental specifications
- 2.10 Acoustics emissions
- 2.11 Electromagnetic immunity
- 2.12 Reliability
- 2.13 Agency certification
- 2.14 Environmental protection
- 2.15 Corrosive environment
- 3.0 Configuring and mounting the drive
- 4.0 Serial ATA (SATA) interface
- 5.0 Seagate Technology support services
- Index
Pipeline HD.2 Series SATA Product Manual, Rev. E 21
3.0 Configuring and mounting the drive
This section contains the specifications and instructions for configuring and mounting the drive.
3.1 Handling and static-discharge precautions
After unpacking, and before installation, the drive may be exposed to potential handling and electrostatic dis-
charge (ESD) hazards. Observe the following standard handling and static-discharge precautions:
Caution:
• Before handling the drive, put on a grounded wrist strap, or ground yourself frequently by touching the metal
chassis of a computer that is plugged into a grounded outlet. Wear a grounded wrist strap throughout the entire
installation procedure.
• Handle the drive by its edges or frame only.
• The drive is extremely fragile—handle it with care. Do not press down on the drive top cover.
• Always rest the drive on a padded, antistatic surface until you mount it in the computer.
• Do not touch the connector pins or the printed circuit board.
• Do not remove the factory-installed labels from the drive or cover them with additional labels. Removal voids
the warranty. Some factory-installed labels contain information needed to service the drive. Other labels are
used to seal out dirt and contamination.