Hitachi HDT721616PLA380 Quick Installation Manual

Quick installation guide
Hitachi Deskstar 7K160
Serial ATA Hard disk drive
Models: HDT721616PLA380
HDT721680PLA380
System Requirements for Serial ATA
The following are needed to install a Serial ATA drive to
a system.
Serial ATA capable motherboard or controller card
Serial ATA drive
Serial ATA cable (1 meter or less in length)
Handling precautions
Set the drive down gently to prevent damage from
impact or vibration.
• Do not open the ESD bag containing the drive
until needed.
• Handle the drive carefully by the edges. Do not
touch the exposed printed circuit board or any
electronic components.
• Do not press on the top or bottom of the drive.
• Before handling the drive, discharge any static
electricity from yourself 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 a minimum of two
seconds.
Quick installation procedure
Note: Back up all data before installing drive!
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Unplug the computer.
3. Remove the computer cover as instructed by the
computer system manual.
4. Discharge static electricity (see Handling pre-
cautions).
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5. Note the mounting position of existing drives and
cables. If you are replacing a drive or any cable,
remove it now.
6. Remove the drive from the ESD bag.
7. Record the model, the part number, and the serial
number of the drive for future reference.
8. Attach the Serial ATA cable to the drive. Match
key on cable to connector on drive
Connect Power Connector
Connect Serial ATA power connector if provided on
power supply or use legacy 4 pin power connector.
Arrange cable to match connector as shown in photos
below.
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