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Momentus 5400.3 SATA Blade Server

Installation Guide

ST9160821SB, ST9120822SB, ST9100828SB, ST980815SB,

ST960815SB and ST9402116SB

SATA Interface Disc Drives

Publication Number: 100418129, Rev. A, April 2006

The easiest way to install your drive

Most blade servers are designed to make it easy to install or replace the hard drive. Refer to your system’s user manual for the location of the hard drive compartment and the specific instructions regarding drive installation or replacement.

Some systems are sealed and require specialized tools to gain access to the hard drive.

Note. Special training or tools may be needed to service some comput- ers. In some cases, opening the case may void your warranty. Con- sult your system documentation.

Refer to your system manufacturer’s support website for the most up-to- date information. Read and follow all instructions regarding the proper steps to be taken when replacing the hard drive.

•A Phillips screwdriver

•Existing drive mounting screws

•Existing drive mounting framework, cage or tray

•Available (unused) SATA interface connector

Handling precautions/electrostatic discharge protection

•Disc drives are fragile. Do not drop or jar the drive. Handle the drive only by the edges or frame. Keep the drive in the electrostatic discharge (ESD) bag until you are ready to install it to minimize handling damage.

•Drive electronics are extremely sensitive to static electricity. While installing the drive, wear a wrist strap and cable connected to ground.

•Turn off the power to the host system during installation.

•Do not disassemble the drive. Doing so voids the warranty. See the war- ranty information on page 2.

•Do not apply pressure or attach labels to the circuit board or to the top of the drive.

Drive characteristics

	ST9160821SB	ST9120822SB
Formatted capacity*	160 Gbytes	120 Gbytes
Cache size	8 Mbytes	8 Mbytes
	ST9100828SB	ST980815SB
Formatted capacity*	100 Gbytes	80 Gbytes
Cache size	8 Mbytes	8 Mbytes
	ST960815SB	ST9402116SB
Formatted capacity*	60 Gbytes	40 Gbytes
Cache size	8 Mbytes	8 Mbytes

*One Gbyte equals one billion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. Accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environment and formatting.

Installing the drive

Each system has its own unique hard drive compartment. Refer to your system manual to locate this compartment and for instructions on remov- ing and replacing the hard drive.

Warning. Ensure that power to the drive is removed or turned off. In a blade server, this typically means turning off power to the blade server itself, not the host chassis.

Note. This drive is designed for a blade server system that supplies inter- face signals and +5V power through a single SATA connector. Most blade servers have a fixed connector that attaches directly to the drive.

Some blade servers allow two drives to be installed and set up in a mir- rored RAID configuration. If this is your situation, ensure that the storage capacities and speeds of the two drives are identical to avoid potential per- formance and reliability problems.

Configuring the drive

Each drive on the Serial ATA interface connects in a point-to-point configu- ration with the Serial ATA host adapter. Serial ATA drives are designed for easy installation with no jumpers, terminators, or other settings. It is nor- mally not necessary to set any jumpers on this drive for proper operation.

SATA interface connector

Jumper block	SATA power connector
(factory use only)

Figure 1. SATA interface and power connectors

Drive mounting

You can mount the drive using four screws in the side-mounting holes or four screws in the bottom-mounting holes. Follow these important mount- ing precautions when mounting the drive:

•Allow a minimum clearance of 0.030 inches (0.76 mm) around the entire perimeter of the drive for cooling.

•Use only M3 x 0.5 mounting screws. Reusing the existing screws may be acceptable provided you do not overtighten the screws.

•Gently tighten the mounting screws (maximum torque: 4.0 in-lb).

•Four (4) threads (0.080 inches) minimum screw engagement recom- mended.

Configuring the BIOS

After completing the drive installation, restart your blade server according to your system documentation. Your blade server may automatically detect your new drive. If your server does not automatically detect your new drive, follow the steps below.

1.Restart your blade server. While it restarts, run the system setup pro- gram (sometimes called BIOS or CMOS setup). This is usually done by pressing a special key, such as DELETE, ESC, or F1 during the startup process.

2.Within the system setup program, instruct the blade server to auto detect your new drive.

3.Save the settings and exit the setup program.

When your blade server restarts, it should recognize your new drive. If your system doesn’t recognize your new drive, see the troubleshooting section on this sheet.

System manufacturer’s operating system restore CD

Refer to your blade server documentation for specific instructions on restoring the operating system on your newly installed hard drive. Many computers require the use of an operating system restore CD, originally shipped with the system, to reload the operating system on the hard drive.

Microsoft operating system installation instructions

For detailed information about installing a Microsoft operating system on your new Seagate drive, refer to the Microsoft Knowledgebase article ref- erences below. To locate an article, go to http://support.microsoft.com and enter the article number in any search box on the Microsoft web site. For example, to view the Knowledgebase article for installing Windows XP on your new Seagate drive:

1.Open your browser.

2.Go to http://support.microsoft.com.

3.Enter 313348 in the Microsoft web site search box.

4.Press Enter.

The article is displayed on your screen.

Operating system	Microsoft Knowledgebase article numbers
Windows XP	313348
Windows 2000/NT	308209 (see also: 175761)
Windows Me/98/95	255867 (see also: 166172)

ST9402116SB, ST980815SB, ST9160821SB, ST9100828SB, ST9120822SB specifications

The Seagate ST980815SB, ST9120822SB, ST9402116SB, ST9160821SB, and ST9100828SB are a lineup of popular hard disk drives that cater to various data storage needs, especially in enterprise and server environments. Each model features a combination of cutting-edge technology, performance capabilities, and robust reliability, making them ideal choices for businesses and IT infrastructures.

The ST980815SB, with a capacity of 80GB, was designed to meet the requirements of entry-level servers, workstations, and embedded applications. It operates at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, ensuring quick access to stored data. This model employs the use of perpendicular magnetic recording technology, which enhances data density and reliability, allowing for increased storage capacity in a compact form factor.

The ST9120822SB offers a larger storage capacity of 120GB, targeting small to mid-sized enterprise applications. Like its smaller counterpart, it operates at 7200 RPM, delivering high transfer rates and low latency, which are critical for data-intensive operations. It includes features such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) that optimizes the order of read and write commands, enhancing overall performance during multi-tasking operations.

Next in line, the ST9402116SB provides an impressive 400GB of storage, catering to applications that require a substantial amount of capacity. This model also uses a 7200 RPM spindle speed and incorporates SATA interface technology, providing fast data transfer rates while ensuring seamless integration into existing systems. Its robust design makes it suitable for continuous operation in always-on environments.

The ST9160821SB is another impressive offering, with a maximum capacity of 160GB that serves businesses demanding higher storage solutions without sacrificing performance. It maintains 7200 RPM speeds and is built with advanced thermal and vibration protection features, ensuring stable performance under varying environmental conditions.

Lastly, the ST9100828SB rounds out this lineup with its unique balance of performance and capacity, offering 80GB of storage. It also benefits from Seagate's legacy of reliability and comes equipped with a SATA interface, ensuring compatibility with modern systems.

Overall, these Seagate models represent a comprehensive suite of solutions that meet the diverse needs of businesses, successfully combining capacity, speed, and reliability for optimal data storage solutions. Each of these devices leverages Seagate's cutting-edge technologies to deliver high performance and uptime, making them a reliable choice for both small businesses and enterprise-level applications.