What YOU will Need

•Straight-edge and Phillips screwdrivers

•Drive mounting screws

•An ATA interface cable (max length:18 inches), and available 40-pin connector.

•An unused drive power cable for your new drive

•A bootable system diskette

•If you are mounting this 3.5-inch drive in a 5.25-inch drive bay, you need a mounting adapter or frame kit. Also, you may need drive mounting rails if your drive bay is not designed for direct mounting.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

•Make sure your computer is turned off before you open the case.

•Read the handling precautions at the right and inspect the drive to make sure that it is not damaged.

•Save your foam-lined Seagate disc drive box. This box has been approved by Seagate for shipping a Seagate disc drive. Using any other container or packing material voids your drive warranty.

HANDLE WITH CARE!

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

Keep the drive in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install it.

Protect your drive from static discharge by making sure you are well-grounded before touching the drive. We recommend wearing a grounded wrist strap throughout the installation process. Do not touch the connectors or any part of the printed circuit board.

Always handle the drive by its edges or frame.

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

Power connector

Interface connector

Pin 1

3Slide the drive carefully into the drive bay. Secure the drive with four 6-32 UNC-2A mounting screws in either the side- mounting holes or the bottom-mounting holes. Do not over- tighten the screws. The screws should be inserted no more than 0.22 inch into the bottom mounting holes and no more than 0.14 inch into the side mounting holes. Do not use metric screws.

Note. If you are mounting the drive in a 5.25- inch drive bay, you need a mounting adapter or frame kit. Contact your computer dealer. Some

computers also require drive mounting rails, which can be obtained from your distributor or computer manufacturer.

4Attach a power cable to each drive. If your computer does not have an unused power connector, you can purchase a Y-shaped power cable from your computer dealer.

5Check all cable connections and then replace your com- puter cover. Continue to step 2 below.

ST36530A, ST34520A, ST39140A specifications

Seagate has long been a cornerstone in the hard disk drive (HDD) sector, delivering storage solutions that cater to various computing needs. Among its notable offerings are the Seagate ST39140A, ST34520A, and ST36530A models. Each of these drives embodies Seagate's commitment to reliable performance, robust design, and cutting-edge technology.

The Seagate ST39140A, commonly recognized as the Barracuda 9, boasts a storage capacity of 9.1 GB, which was substantial in its time. Operating at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, it provides rapid data access and improved overall system responsiveness. This drive utilizes an Ultra ATA/33 interface, facilitating a transfer rate of up to 33 MB/s. One of its standout features is the use of Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) technology, allowing for quieter operation and enhanced longevity. This drive also includes a built-in error correction mechanism, ensuring data integrity and reliability, which are critical for both personal and business applications.

Looking toward the ST34520A, this model is also part of the Barracuda family but offers greater storage capacity at 4.5 GB. It operates at the same 7200 RPM speed but implements an Ultra ATA/66 interface, effectively doubling the data transfer potential to up to 66 MB/s. In terms of design, it incorporates advanced technology that enhances shock resistance, an essential feature for drives installed in mobile computing environments. The ST34520A was well-regarded for its efficiency, making it suitable for both desktop systems and servers that required reliable, high-capacity storage.

Meanwhile, the ST36530A serves as an excellent bridge between performance and capacity with 6.5 GB of storage. This model also maintains the 7200 RPM speed and features the Ultra ATA/33 interface, ensuring it delivers a consistent and reliable performance. Its design is tailored to meet the demands of both stationary and portable computing environments, making it an excellent choice for various applications.

In summary, Seagate’s ST39140A, ST34520A, and ST36530A drives excelled in their respective roles within the hard disk drive market, each offering unique features and technologies. Their combination of speed, capacity, and reliability made them popular choices in the late 1990s and early 2000s, showcasing Seagate’s legacy of innovation in data storage technologies. Whether catering to general consumers or technical applications, these models remain remembered for their contributions to the evolution of hard drive technology.