Seagate ST9550AG, ST9655AG manual Read before you begin

ST9655 Family Installation Guide, Rev. A 1

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Application. Your drive is designed for IBM AT and compatible personal computers, particularly laptop and notebook models.

Warning. Turn off the computer (and, if you have a notebook or laptop computer, remove the battery) before you open the case or touch any internal components.

Caution. Special training or tools may be needed to service laptop and notebook computers. Opening the case may void your warranty. Review the terms and condi- tions of your warranty before opening the case.

Static discharge. Observe the following precautions:

∙Before handling any components, put on a grounded wrist strap.

∙Use antistatic padding on all work surfaces.

∙Avoid static-inducing carpeted areas.

∙Keep the drive in its static-shielded bag until you are ready to complete the installation. Do not attach any cables to the drive while it is in its static-shielded bag.

∙Handle the drive by its edges or frame.

∙Do not touch the I/O connector pins or the circuit board.

Drive handling. The drive is extremely fragile—handle it with care. Do not attach labels to any part of the drive.

Inspection. After you are familiar with the handling precautions listed above, inspect the drive. If it appears to be damaged, call your distributor or dealer immediately.

Warranty. See your authorized Seagate®distributor or dealer.

Maintenance and repair. Seagate drives do not require main- tenance. The head/disc assembly is sealed; if you break the seal,