Seagate ST730212DE-30GB, ST740211DE-40GB, ST760211DE-60GB manual Configuring and mounting the drive

3.0Configuring 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:

• Do not cover or seal the breather hole! Covering or sealing the breather hole may result in loss of data.

Figure 5. Lyrion Series breather hole location

•Keep the drive in the electrostatic discharge (ESD) bag until you are ready for installation to limit the drive’s exposure to ESD.

•Before handling the drives, 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 only by its edges or frame.

Figure 6. Lyrion Series proper handling example

•The drive is fragile—handle it with care. Do not press down on the drive top cover or attempt to use a pen to write on the drive’s label.

•Do not apply more than 6.8N of force to the top cover.

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

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