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7.4.4.1
7.4.4.2
Shock
a. Operating in a normal environment
The drive as installed for normal operation operates error free while
subjected to intermittent shock not exceeding:
2.0 Gs at a maximum duration of 10 msec (half-sinewave)
Shock may be applied in the X, Y, or Z axis.
b. Operating in an abnormal environment
The drive as installed for normal operation does not incur physical
damage while subjected to intermittent shock not exceeding:
10 Gs at a maximum duration of 10 msec (half-sinewave)
Shock occurring at abnormal levels may degrade operating performance
during the abnormal shock period. Specified operating performance
continues when normal operating shock levels resume.
Shock may be applied in the X, Y, or Z axis. Shock must not be repeated
more than two times per second.
c. Non-operating
The limits of non-operating shock shall apply to all conditions of handling
and transportation. This includes both isolated drives and integrated
drives.
The drive subjected to non-repetitive shock not exceeding 28 Gs at a
maximum duration of 10 msecs (half-sinewave) shall not exhibit device
damage or performance degradation. Shock may be applied in the X, Y,
or Z axis.
d. Packaged
The drive as packaged by Seagate for general freight shipment with-
stands a drop test against a concrete floor or equivalent with specifica-
tions not exceeding:
20 pounds (8.95 kg) for pack's gross weight
42 inches (1,070 mm) for distance dropped
Drop test applies to a single- or multiple-drive pack.
Vibration
a. Operating in a normal environment
The drive as installed for normal operation operates error free while
subjected to continuous vibration not exceeding:
5-500 Hz @ 0.5 G
Vibration may be applied in the X, Y, or Z axis.
Elite 9 Product Manual, Rev. C