Installation

The following points should be noted:

All pins are in a single row, with a 1.27 mm (.050”) pitch.

The comments on the mating sequence apply to the case of backplane blindmate connector only. In this case, the mating sequences are: (1) the ground pins P4 and P12; (2) the pre-charge power pins and the other ground pins; and (3) the signal pins and the rest of the power pins.

There are three power pins for each voltage. One pin from each voltage is used for precharge in the backplane blind-mate situation.

If a device uses 5.0 V, then all V5 pins must be terminated. Otherwise, it is optional to terminate any of the V5 pins.

If a device uses 12.0 V, then all V12 pins must be terminated. Otherwise, it is optional to terminate any of the V12 pins.

3.4ATA Bus Interface Connector (J1, Section C)

On the QuickView Serial ATA hard disk drives, the Serial ATA bus interface cable connector (J1, section C) is a standard 7-pin Serial ATA. See Figure 3-4.

To prevent the possibility of incorrect installation, the connector has been keyed. This ensures that a connector cannot be installed upside down.

3.5MOUNTING

Drive mounting orientation, clearance, and ventilation requirements are described in the following subsections.

3.5.1Orientation

The mounting holes on the QuickView Serial ATA hard disk drives allow the drive to be mounted in any orientation. Figure 3-5 and Figure 3-6 show the location of the three mounting holes on each side of the drive. The drive can also be mounted using the four mounting hole locations on the PCB side of the drive. Mounting dimensions are shown in Figure 3-6.

Note: It is highly recommended that the drive is hard mounted on to the chassis of the system being used for general operation, as well as for test purposes. Failure to hard mount the drive can result in erroneous errors during testing.

Drives can be mounted in any orientation. Normal position is with the PCB facing down.

All dimensions are in millimeters. For mounting, #6-32 UNC screws are recommended.

Maxtor QuickView 400/500GB Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive

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Maxtor manual ATA Bus Interface Connector J1, Section C, Mounting, Orientation, Following points should be noted

ATA specifications

Maxtor ATA drives have played a significant role in the evolution of data storage technology, particularly during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Known for their reliability and performance, these drives became a popular choice for consumers and businesses alike.

One of the main features of Maxtor ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) drives is their interface. The ATA standard, which later evolved into the Parallel ATA (PATA) and Serial ATA (SATA) interfaces, allowed for the easy connection of hard drives to computers. This ensured broad compatibility across various systems, making it easier for users to upgrade their storage without facing compatibility issues.

The performance of Maxtor ATA drives was also a notable characteristic. With spinning speeds typically around 5400 RPM and 7200 RPM, these drives provided competitive read and write speeds compared to their contemporaries. The utilization of larger cache memory, often up to 8 MB or more, helped improve data transfer rates, ensuring quick access to files and applications.

Maxtor also deployed various technologies to enhance the reliability and longevity of their drives. One such innovation was the use of Shock Protection technologies, which minimized the risk of data loss due to physical shocks or impacts. This was particularly important for portable storage devices, where movement and jostling are common.

The drives were also designed with data integrity in mind. Maxtor incorporated features like S.M.A.R.T (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) to help predict drive failures by monitoring various parameters. This proactive approach greatly assisted users in taking precautions against data loss.

Capacity-wise, Maxtor ATA drives varied significantly over the years, from a few gigabytes in the early 1990s to several terabytes by the time the brand was phased out. This scalability made Maxtor products suitable for both casual users and enterprises needing to store vast amounts of data.

In conclusion, the Maxtor ATA drives represented a significant step forward in storage technology, combining reliability, performance, and innovation. Their legacy continues to influence modern storage solutions, as many of the underlying principles and technologies have persisted into the current era of data storage. Though the brand is no longer in active development, its impact remains a noteworthy chapter in the history of computing.