Configuring And Mounting The Drive; Handling And Static-Discharge Precautions - Seagate Barracuda ATA III Family Product Manual

Barracuda ATA III Family Product Manual, Rev. B

2.0 Configuring and mounting the drive

This section contains the specifications and instructions for configuring
and mounting the drive.

2.1 Handling and static-discharge precautions

After unpacking, and before installation, the drive may be exposed to
potential handling and electrostatic discharge (ESD) hazards. Observe the
following standard handling and static-discharge precautions:
Caution:
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The SeaShell™ replaces electrostatic discharge (ESD) bags. The
SeaShell package is a shock-ribbed, transparent clamshell enclosure
that limits a drive's exposure to ESD and also protects against external
shocks and stresses. The design permits attaching cables, software
loading and label/barcode scanning without removing the drive from
the SeaShell. This minimizes handling damage. Keep the drive in the
SeaShell package until you are ready for installation.
•
The drive has a cover called SeaShield
cover—it protects the drive from electrostatic discharge (ESD) and
minor impact damage. The SeaShield cover also includes installation
instructions and jumper settings. Removing the SeaShield voids the
warranty.
•
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.
Do not remove this permanent
.
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