Handling and static-discharge precautions

3.0 Configuring and Mounting the Drive

This section contains the specifications and instructions for configuring and mounting the drive.

3.1Handling and static-discharge precautions

After unpacking, and before installation, the drive may be exposed to potential handling and electrostatic discharge (ESD) hazards. Observe the following standard handling and static-discharge precautions:

Caution

•Before handling the drive, put on a grounded wrist strap, or ground yourself frequently by touching the metal chassis of a computer that is plugged into a grounded outlet. Wear a grounded wrist strap throughout the entire installation procedure.

•Handle the drive by its edges or frame only.

•The drive is extremely fragile—handle it with care. Do not press down on the drive top cover.

•Always rest the drive on a padded, antistatic surface until you mount it in the computer.

•Do not touch the connector pins or the printed circuit board.

•Do not remove the factory-installed labels from the drive or cover them with additional labels. Removal voids the warranty. Some factory-installed labels contain information needed to service the drive. Other labels are used to seal out dirt and contamination.

3.2Configuring the drive

Each drive on the SATA interface connects point-to-point with the SATA host adapter. There is no master/slave relationship because each drive is considered a master in a point-to-point relationship. If two drives are attached on one SATA host adapter, the host operating system views the two devices as if they were both “masters” on two separate ports. Both drives behave as if they are Device 0 (master) devices.

SATA drives are designed for easy installation. It is usually not necessary to set any jumpers on the drive for proper operation; however, if you connect the drive and receive a “drive not detected” error, your SATA-equipped motherboard or host adapter may use a chipset that does not support SATA speed autonegotiation.

3.3SATA cables and connectors

The SATA interface cable consists of four conductors in two differential pairs, plus three ground connections. The cable size may be 30 to 26 AWG with a maximum length of one meter (39.37 inches). See Table 5 for connector pin definitions. Either end of the SATA signal cable can be attached to the drive or host.

For direct backplane connection, the drive connectors are inserted directly into the host receptacle. The drive and the host receptacle incorporate features that enable the direct connection to be hot pluggable and blind mateable.

For installations which require cables, you can connect the drive as illustrated in Figure 1.

SV35 Series SATA Product Manual, Rev. C

ST1000VX000, ST2000VX000, ST3000VX000 specifications

Seagate's ST3000VX000, ST2000VX000, and ST1000VX000 are part of the company's SkyHawk surveillance hard drive lineup, which is engineered specifically for video surveillance systems. These drives are designed to handle the intensive workloads associated with continuous video recording in security environments, making them ideal for both commercial and residential surveillance applications.

The primary feature of these drives is their optimized performance for 24/7 operation. Each model is geared towards handling a significant amount of data, which is crucial for high-resolution video recording. The ST3000VX000 offers a substantial 3TB capacity, while the ST2000VX000 and ST1000VX000 provide 2TB and 1TB, respectively. This range of storage options allows users to select a drive that fits their specific storage needs, regardless of the scale of their surveillance system.

Another notable technology in these drives is their AllFrame technology, which supports streaming video playback by minimizing frame loss and improving overall playback reliability. This is particularly important for security applications where video integrity is paramount. AllFrame technology enhances the drive's ability to handle multiple streams of high-definition video, ensuring smooth recording and playback without interruption.

These drives are also built with Seagate's ImagePerfect firmware, which is designed to ensure clear and uninterrupted streaming on multi-camera setups. This firmware optimizes the drives for the unique demands of surveillance environments, allowing for resilience against the challenges posed by continuous workloads.

Additionally, the ST3000VX000, ST2000VX000, and ST1000VX000 are equipped with advanced vibration tolerance features. These technologies minimize the effects of vibrations from nearby drives, extending the lifespan and reliability of the drives in multi-bay NAS and surveillance environments. The drives also feature a workload rating of up to 180TB per year, signifying their capacity to endure substantial data write workloads typically associated with recording video.

Moreover, these drives come with a range of safety features, including thermal monitoring and reliability enhancements, which contribute to their durability in diverse operating conditions. With a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 1 million hours, they are designed to be dependable under continuous usage.

In summary, Seagate's ST3000VX000, ST2000VX000, and ST1000VX000 models represent a robust choice for surveillance needs, combining high storage capacities, advanced technologies, and reliability features tailored for video recording. These characteristics make them an excellent option for users seeking performance and durability in their security systems.

Seagate ST3000VX000, ST1000VX000 Handling and static-discharge precautions, Configuring the drive

Models: ST1000VX000 ST2000VX000 ST3000VX000