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IBM storage products
Installation Steps
Step 1: Installation checklist
Items needed for installation:
___ TheUltrastar drive, four mounting screws, jumpers, and installation instructions. Save the
packaging including the ESD bag.
___ A small flat-blade screwdriver
___ Your computer or storage enclosure documentation
___ A bootable DOS or Windows diskette. See the section in the appendix entitled Making a
bootable diskette.
___ Mounting brackets, if required for your computer
Step 2: Preparing for installation
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Back up the data on the drive currently in your system to data loss during installation.
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Turn the system off.
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Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
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Remove the cover from your computer.
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Discharge any static electricity from you and your clothing. With one hand touch an unpainted
metal surface on your computer chassis, then touch the ESD bag with the other hand. Remain in
contact with the chassis and the bag for at least two seconds.
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Remove the drive from its package. Place it carefully on a static free surface.
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Record the following information:
Drive Model ________________
Drive P/N __________________
Serial # ____________________
IBM Hard Disk Drive Technical Support Center
Date of Purchase__________________
Place of Purchase_________________
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