6.2.7Product warranty
Beginning on the date of shipment to the customer and continuing for the period specified in your purchase contract, Seagate warrants that each product (including components and subassemblies) that fails to function properly under normal use due to defect in materials or workmanship or due to nonconformance to the applica- ble specifications will be repaired or replaced, at Seagate’s option and at no charge to the customer, if returned by customer at customer’s expense to Seagate’s designated facility in accordance with Seagate’s warranty procedure. Seagate will pay for transporting the repair or replacement item to the customer. For more detailed warranty information, refer to the standard terms and conditions of purchase for Seagate products on your pur- chase documentation.
The remaining warranty for a particular drive can be determined by calling Seagate Customer Service at
Shipping
When transporting or shipping a drive, use only a
Seagate repair centers may refuse receipt of components improperly packaged or obviously damaged in tran- sit. Contact your authorized Seagate distributor to purchase additional boxes. Seagate recommends shipping by an
Product repair and return information
Seagate customer service centers are the only facilities authorized to service Seagate drives. Seagate does not sanction any
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