Seagate ST36810A, ST310220A, ST313620A, ST320430A Drive formatting, Loading the Operating System

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7.When partitioning is complete, FDISK reboots your com- puter. Proceed to “Drive Formatting.”

Note. If you are adding a second drive to your system, you can run FDISK from Windows. Click the ·Start button. Select Run... Then type fdisk and click OK.

Drive formatting

Caution. Use the correct drive letters so that you do not

!format a drive that already contains data.

At the A: prompt, type format x:/s, where x is the letter of your first new partition. Repeat the format process for all the new par- titions you have created.

Note. From FDISK in Windows, it is not necessary to add the /s to the format command because these system files are automatically added.

Loading the Operating System

1.Boot your computer from your Windows startup diskette with the Windows CD loaded.

At the prompt, type x:\setup, where x is the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive. Continue with the Windows setup instructions.

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Contents Installation Guide Page Contents Barracuda ATA Family Installation Guide, Rev. a To run DiscWizard Easiest way to install your driveUltra ATA/66 Requirements What you needBefore you begin Handling precautions Master/slave jumpers Installing a master or one drive onlyMaster and slave jumper settings Attaching the cables Attaching cables and mounting the driveMounting the drive To configure your computer’s Bios Configuring your computerBios Settings Drive Model Cylinders Heads Mbyte limit Addressing drive-capacity limitationsGbyte limit Bios upgrades Preparing your drive for use Installing a single driveInstalling a second, or slave drive Installation using Disk ManagerBarracuda ATA Family Installation Guide, Rev. a To partition your new drive using DOS Standard DOS installationDrive partitioning Loading the Operating System Drive formattingNon-ATA compatible slave jumper Additional installation optionsCable-select jumper Advanced Disk Manager options Booting from a disketteDisk Manger online manual Removing the Dynamic Drive Overlay Supported operating systemsTo remove a DDO from a drive Select Uninstall Disk ManagerTroubleshooting Additional troubleshooting tips Full capacity Limit capacity to 2.1 Gbytes 4,092 cylinders System does not recognize the drive Screen remains blank when you power up the systemBarracuda ATA Family Installation Guide, Rev. a Barracuda ATA Family Installation Guide, Rev. a Fdisk error message, No Fixed Disk Present, appears System error message, Drive not Ready, appearsDrive does not format to full capacity System error message, HDD controller failure appears Online services Seagate Technology support servicesAutomated services Presales Support Customer Service CSOTechnical support Authorized service centers USA/Canada/Latin America support servicesCall Center European support servicesAsia/Pacific support services Africa/Middle East support servicesSeagate drive and approved packing materials Storing and shipping your driveSicherheitsanleitung WarrantyMaintenance and repair Electromagnetic Compliance for the European UnionPage Page

ST313620A, ST36810A, ST310220A, ST320430A, ST328040A specifications

Seagate has a long-standing reputation for producing reliable hard drives, and models like the ST328040A, ST320430A, ST310220A, ST36810A, and ST313620A exemplify the company's commitment to performance and storage innovation. Each of these drives has unique features and technological specifications, catering to a range of storage needs.

The Seagate ST328040A is a 3.5-inch hard drive that boasts a storage capacity of 8.4 GB. It utilizes the IDE interface and offers a rotational speed of 5,400 RPM. With a data transfer rate of 2.2 MB/s, it was a competitive solution for desktop PCs at the time of its release, providing sufficient storage for operating systems, applications, and user files.

Meanwhile, the ST320430A also adheres to a 3.5-inch form factor but steps up storage capacity with 20.4 GB. Utilizing Ultra DMA technology, it enhances data transfer speeds and efficiency. With a rotational speed similar to its predecessor at 5,400 RPM, the ST320430A strikes a balance between performance and power consumption, making it suitable for multimedia applications and file storage.

The ST310220A offers an additional leap in performance with its 10.0 GB capacity and features the same 5,400 RPM speed. It is designed for reliability and benefits from Seagate’s Advanced Format technology, which improves the drive's error correction and fault tolerance.

The ST36810A, offering 6.8 GB of space, showcases Seagate's dedication to reducing drive size while maximizing performance. This model is particularly noted for its ruggedness, making it an ideal choice for portable applications where durability is key.

Finally, the ST313620A provides a robust storage option with 13.6 GB capacity. This model features enhanced read/write speeds, making it well-suited for those demanding swift data access. A notable characteristic of these hard drives is their compatibility with a broad range of operating systems and devices, ensuring versatility across various computing environments.

In summary, the Seagate ST328040A, ST320430A, ST310220A, ST36810A, and ST313620A hard drives reflect the company's technological advancements in storage solutions throughout their respective timelines. With features focusing on efficiency, reliability, and capacity, these drives played important roles in the evolution of desktop computing and storage solutions.