Seagate ST34573N/W/WD/LW/WC/LC, ST39173N/W/WD/LW/WC/LC manual Drive models, General information

Barracuda 9LP Installation Guide, Rev. E 21

Initial setup information

The general information beginning on this page applies to all of the Barracuda 9LP drive models. After reading the general infor- mation topics, refer to the appropriate drive-specific section listed below for additional information about configuring and installing your particular model.

Drive models		Page
ST39173N	ST34573N	42
ST39173W/WD/LW	ST34573W/WD/LW	46
ST39173WC/LC	ST34573WC/LC	52

General information

The following general information topics are discussed:

•SCSI ID jumpers

•Drive termination

•Terminator power

•Interface drivers and data path width notes

•Other applicable jumper options

•Providing adequate cooling

•Mounting the drive and connecting cables1

•Formatting the drive

1This mounting procedure does not apply to “WC” or “LC” model drives. To mount a “WC” or “LC” drive, plug the drive into the system’s single connector attachment (SCA) position on the system’s back panel.