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Product repair information

Service requirements

The special facilities required for the manufacture of these drives generally prohibit repair in the field. If problems occur during installation, please contact your supplier for assistance. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair. Drives should be sent to the repair depot through the purchase source, if possible. Please ob- serve the following cautions.

Caution.

Handle drive with care. Do not drop, or bump hard.

Never remove the cover of these disc drives. Serv- icing items in the sealed HDA (heads, media, actua- tor, etc.) require special facilities. The drive contains no user purchasable parts or PCBs.

Opening the sealed HDA voids the drive warranty.

Applying a soldering device to the components on the PCB voids the drive warranty.

Do not connect or disconnect cables without first removing power from the drive.

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Seagate ST31230N/ND, ST32430N/ND manual Product repair information

ST31230N/ND, ST32430N/ND specifications

The Seagate ST31230N/ND and ST32430N/ND hard drives were integral components of the data storage landscape during their time, showcasing the innovation of Seagate in the field of magnetic storage technology. Both models offered capacities suitable for various applications, catering primarily to enterprise environments that required reliability and performance.

The ST31230N/ND, with a storage capacity of 1.2 GB, was designed to serve as an effective solution for desktop systems and entry-level servers. Its counterpart, the ST32430N/ND, boasted a larger capacity of 2.4 GB, making it better suited for more demanding applications. These drives utilized the SCSI interface, making them compatible with many workstations and server architectures of that era, ensuring dependable connectivity and data transfer.

One of the standout features of these drives was their design, which included advanced error correction mechanisms to enhance data integrity. The usage of error-correcting code (ECC) helped in detecting and correcting inconsistencies, which was particularly critical for mission-critical applications. Coupling this with a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, the ST31230N/ND and ST32430N/ND were capable of delivering respectable data access speeds, significantly improving the performance of systems they were integrated into.

Both drives incorporated Seagate's breakthrough technologies such as SoftSector®, which allowed for more efficient data storage and retrieval. Moreover, these drives were designed with thermal management features that minimized overheating risks, thus ensuring longevity and consistent performance over time.

The ST31230N/ND and ST32430N/ND also provided substantial scalability options for users looking to expand their storage capabilities without overhauling their entire systems. This flexibility made them excellent choices for businesses looking to grow their IT infrastructure while ensuring that their investments in storage technology were future-proof.

In conclusion, the Seagate ST31230N/ND and ST32430N/ND hard drives represented a significant advancement in storage technology during their time. With their reliable performance, improved data integrity, and compatibility with various systems, these drives have left a lasting legacy in the realm of data storage solutions.