Seagate 7200.8 PATA, ST3250623A Breather filter hole precautions, Breather filter hole location

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3.2Breather filter hole precautions

This section contains information regarding the precautions which should be taken regarding the breather filter hole in Seagate hard disc drives. Proper precautions should be taken to ensure full functionality and prevent possible damage to the drive.

Breather hole

Do not cover or seal this hole.

Figure 3 Breather filter hole location

Caution: Do not cover, seal, or insert any object into this hole.

This hole has two purposes:

•To allow condensation inside the hard disc to escape

•To allow air pressure inside the hard disc to equalize with ambient pressure

Note. If this hole is covered, sealed, or penetrated by any object, the drive reliability may be compromised and could lead to permanent damage. Covering or sealing this hole voids the warranty.

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Contents Barracuda 7200.8 Pata Page Contents Barracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F List of Figures Barracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F Introduction Barracuda 7200.8 PataBarracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F Drive specifications Specification summary tableDrive specifications for 400 Gbyte models Drive specification ST3400832A ST3400632ABarracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F Drive specifications for 300 Gbyte models Drive specification ST3300831A ST3300631AFollowing web Drive specifications for 250 and 200 Gbyte models Drive specification ST3250823A ST3250623A ST3200826ABarracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F Default logical geometry LBA modeFormatted capacity Recording and interface technologySeek time Physical characteristicsStart/stop times Power specifications Conducted noise Typical current profileVoltage tolerance Power-management modes Active modeIdle mode Sleep modeEnvironmental specifications Shock Operating shockNonoperating shock VibrationAcoustics Electromagnetic immunityFluid Dynamic Bearing FDB motor acoustics Radio frequency environmentsSafety certification ReliabilityAgency certification Electromagnetic compatibilityAustralian C-Tick N176 FCC verificationCorrosive environment Environmental protectionEuropean Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS Configuring and mounting the drive Handling and static discharge precautionsBreather filter hole precautions Breather filter hole locationJumper settings Master/slave configurationDrive as master with a non-ATA-compatible slave Cable-select optionDrive mounting Ultra ATA/100 cableMounting dimensions-top, side and end view Barracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F ATA interface signals and connector pins ATA interfaceSupported ATA commands Command name Command code in hexF4H Identify Device command Word Description ValueXx07H Description if bit is set to Bit Word Set Features command 4 S.M.A.R.T. commandsCode in features Register A.R.T. command Seagate Technology support services InternetPresales Support Technical SupportData Recovery Services Authorized Service Centers Warranty ServiceData Recovery Services Call Center Toll-free Direct dial Index Page TMR Barracuda 7200.8 Pata Product Manual, Rev. F Page Seagate Technology LLC