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ST9144 Family Installation Guide, Rev. B

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Verify that system power is off before attempting any installation.

Observe static discharge precautions. Keep the drive in its static-shielded bag until you are ready to complete the installa- tion.

∙Do not touch the circuit board or the I/O connector pins.

∙Always handle the drive by the edge or frame. Never apply pressure to the circuit board or to the drive top cover.

Use a grounded wrist strap at your workstation; if unavailable, ground yourself frequently by touching the metal chassis of the system before handling any components. Provide antistatic pad- ding on all work surfaces. Avoid static-inducing carpeted areas.

Check all items. Examine the drive, cables, mounting hardware and accessories, documentation, and packaging. If any item is incorrect, missing or appears damaged, contact your distributor or dealer immediately.

Important handling note. Improper handling during transit or shipping accounts for many installation problems. Always handle the drive carefully. Do not attach any labels to the drive top cover, as they may prevent proper heat dissipation from the unit.

Warranty. Contact your authorized Seagate distributor or dealer for warranty information.

Maintenance and repair. Seagate drives do not require any preventive maintenance. The head/disc assembly is sealed and does not contain any user-serviceable components. Tampering with the factory seal voids the warranty. Seagate customer serv- ice centers are the only facilities authorized to service Seagate drives. Seagate does not sanction any third-party repair facilities.