Handling precautions

U Series X 10 Installation Guide

ST310014A

Publication Number: 100216029, Rev. A

The easiest way to install your drive

DiscWizardä, available exclusively from Seagate, provides you with customized installation instructions for your hard drive. You can download DiscWizard for free from the Seagate Web site at www.seagate.com/ support or run the program directly from your Web browser.

In either case, you should run DiscWizard before you install your drive.

If you cannot run DiscWizard, follow the instructions on this installation sheet to install and configure your drive.

What you need for the installation

•A Phillips screwdriver and four 6-32 UNC drive mounting screws

•An ATA interface cable (up to 18 inches long). For optimum drive performance and data integrity, we recommend using an 80-conductor Ultra ATA/100 cable (which can be identified by its blue, gray, and black connectors).

•An unused drive power cable for your new drive

Disc drives are extremely fragile. Do not drop or jar the drive.

Keep the drive in the protective SeaShellä container until you are ready to install it. This minimizes handling damage.

Protect your drive from static discharge by wearing a grounded wrist strap throughout the installation process.

Do not apply pressure or attach labels to the circuit board or the top of the drive. Do not remove any existing labels.

Always handle the drive by the edges or frame

1. Set the jumpers

Note: The instructions below assume that you are installing your new Seagate drive in a system that already has a working hard drive. To install the drive in a system that has no working hard drive, see the back of this sheet.

a.Make sure that your existing drive is set up as a “master.” See the drive label or manufacturer’s web site for jumper settings.

b.Your new U Series X drive is shipped with a jumper in the “cable select” position. Set the drive as a “slave” by removing this jumper from the jumper pins. Save the jumper in case you ever need to reconfigure the drive. Jumper settings for the U Series X drive are shown below.

Drive is master or single drive

Drive is slave

Use cable select

Drive is master with non-

ATA-compatible slave

Master/slave jumpers (see table for key to jumper settings)

2. Mount the drive and attach cables

a.Slide the drive into a 3.5-inch drive bay. You can mount the drive in any orientation, but we recommend mounting with the circuit board down.

Note: In order to mount the drive in a 5.25-inch drive bay, you must purchase mounting brackets, available from your computer dealer.

b.Secure the drive using four 6-32 UNC mounting screws in either the side-mounting or bottom-mounting holes. Insert the screws no more than 0.20 inch (5.08 mm) into the bottom-mounting holes and no more than 0.14 inch (3.55 mm) into the side-mounting holes.

!Caution. Do not overtighten the screws or use metric screws. This may damage the drive.

c. Make sure the BLUE connector on your Ultra ATA/100 cable is plugged

into the primary IDE port on your computer’s motherboard (see your computer manual to determine the location of the primary IDE port).

d.Make sure the BLACK connector on the cable is plugged into your existing hard drive.

e. Plug the GRAY connector into		Existing
e. Plug the GRAY connector into	BLACK	hard drive
your new Seagate hard drive, as	connector
shown in the figure at right and
below.	Computer
! Caution. When plugging in the	Computer
! Caution. When plugging in the	Motherboard
interface cable, make sure that pin	Motherboard
interface cable, make sure that pin
1 on the cable (indicated by a	Primary
stripe along the edge) is attached	IDE port		New
stripe along the edge) is attached			New
to pin 1 on the drives and on the			Seagate
to pin 1 on the drives and on the		GRAY	drive
motherboard.		GRAY
motherboard.		connector
f. Attach the 4-pin power connector		BLUE
f. Attach the 4-pin power connector		connector

to the drive (see figure below).

Note: If your computer does not have an unused power cable for your new hard drive, you can purchase a Y-shaped power cable from your computer dealer.

Key on cable connector

fits into slot on drive connector

Pin 1

Power connetor

Stripe on cable

3. Start up your computer

Close your computer case and restart your computer. Your computer may automatically detect your hard drives. If your computer does not automati- cally detect your new drive, follow the steps below.

a Restart your computer.

b.While the computer restarts, run the System Setup program (some- times called BIOS or CMOS setup). This is usually done by pressing a special key, such as DELETE, ESC, or F1 during the startup process.

c.Within the System Setup program, instruct the system to autodetect your new drive.

d.Enable LBA and UDMA modes if given the option.

e.Save the settings and exit the Setup program. When your computer restarts, it should recognize your new drive. If your system still doesn’t recognize your new drive, see the troubleshooting section on the back of this sheet.

4. Partition and format the drive

Before your new drive can store data, it must be partitioned (assigned one or more drive letters) and each partition must be formatted. You can partition and format the drive using DiscWizard or using programs built into Windows. Using DiscWizard is generally easier and faster.

Partitioning and formatting using DiscWizard

1.Download DiscWizard for free from the Seagate Web site at

www.seagate.com/support or run the program directly from your Web browser.

2.Within DiscWizard, choose to “Setup a New Drive.”

3.DiscWizard asks you a series of questions to determine the best way to set up your new drive. Make sure to indicate that the drive is already installed in your system.

4.Select the drive to be partitioned and formatted.

!Caution. Partitioning or formatting a drive erases all the data on that drive. Make sure you select the correct drive!

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.

Congratulations. You’re done!

If you have problems with your installation, see the troubleshooting information on the back of this sheet.

ST310014A specifications

The Seagate ST310014A is a hard disk drive (HDD) that embodies a balance of reliability and performance, catering to both consumers and professionals. Launched as part of Seagate's Barracuda 7200.10 series, this 3.5-inch drive stands out for its robust design and impressive specifications.

One of the main features of the ST310014A is its storage capacity, offering an ample 1 terabyte (TB) of data. This capability allows users to store an extensive amount of data, including high-definition videos, large software applications, and a vast library of digital files. Its 7200 RPM spindle speed contributes to swift data access and transfer rates, crucial for fast file retrieval and smooth operation during demanding tasks.

The drive utilizes a SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface, which enables high-speed data connections with modern motherboards, enhancing overall performance. Additionally, the ST310014A supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ), a technology that optimizes the order of read and write commands, leading to improved efficiency and reduced latency during multiple drive requests.

Another notable characteristic of this drive is its impressive average seek time of 8.5 milliseconds, which ensures quick access to files and a seamless computing experience. Coupled with a 32 MB cache buffer, the HDD can store a significant amount of data temporarily, allowing frequent data requests to be processed faster, which is particularly beneficial during multitasking and demanding applications.

When it comes to reliability, the ST310014A features advanced error correction technologies and a robust magnetic storage solution. With a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating of 1,200,000 hours, users can trust the stability of this drive for long-term data storage needs.

Furthermore, the Seagate ST310014A operates with low power consumption, making it an energy-efficient option for both personal and enterprise-level systems. Its efficient design not only conserves energy but also reduces heat generation, contributing to prolonged hardware lifespan.

In summary, the Seagate ST310014A is a powerful, reliable, and feature-rich HDD that combines substantial storage capacity, robust performance, and excellent data integrity technologies. Whether for gaming, content creation, or general storage needs, it continues to be a solid choice for users seeking dependable hard drive solutions.