Configuring And Mounting The Drive; Handling And Static Discharge Precautions; Figure 8. St1.2 Series Proper Handling Example; Figure 9. St1.2 Series Improper Handling Example - Seagate ST1.2 - Series 8 GB Removable Hard Drive Product Manual

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:
• Keep the drive in the electrostatic discharge (ESD) bag until you are ready for installation to limit the drive's
exposure to ESD.
• Before handling the FX interface model drives (ST68022FX, ST66022FX and ST64022FX), 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 only by its edges or frame.
Figure 8. ST1.2 Series proper handling example
• The drive is fragile—handle it with care. Do not press down on the drive top cover or attempt to use a pen to
write on the drive's label.
• Do not apply more than 1.5 kg of force to the top cover.
Figure 9. ST1.2 Series improper handling example
• Always rest the FX interface model drives (ST68022FX, ST66022FX and ST64022FX) on a padded, antistatic
surface until you mount it in the system.
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