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SAFETY

Observe the following to prevent failure, malfunction or data loss.

NOTE

Follow the specifications for 6. POWER SUPPLY (page16), 8. ENVIRONMENT (page 22, 24), etc. when using.

Failure to do so may cause damage to the drive.

Observe cautions in 7.3 MOUNTING INSTRUCTION (page18) and 9.5 LOAD / UNLOAD (page28 ) when handling, setting up, or using the drive.

Take anti-static measures in order to avoid damage to the drive when handling it.

The drive uses parts susceptible to damage due to ESD (electrostatic discharge).

Wear ESD proof wrist strap in accordance with the usage specified when handling a drive that is not in an anti-static protection bag.

There is a certain probability of the drive causing failure including data error or data loss.

Take preventive steps such as backing up data etc. without exception in order to prevent loss etc. in cases where data loss may result in loss or damage.

Please include this in the instruction manual etc. of the system in which this device is used and ensure that users are made thoroughly aware of it.

Inserting or pulling out the drive when the power is turned on may cause damage to the drive.

Exchange the drive etc. after the power of HDD is turned off.

Extreme shock to the drive may cause damage to it, data corruption, etc..

Do not subject the drive to extreme shock such as dropping, upsetting or crashing against other objects.

Do not touch the top cover since application of force to it may cause damage to the drive.

Do not stack the drive on another drive or on other parts etc. or stack them on top of it during storage or transportation.

Shock or weight may cause parts distortion etc..

Labels and the like attached to the drive are also used as a seal for maintenance of its performance.

Do not remove them from the drive.

Attachment of dielectric materials such as metal powder, liquid, etc. to live parts such as printed circuit board patterns or pins etc. may cause damage to the drive.

Avoid attachment of these materials.

Do not place objects which generate magnetic fields such as magnets, speakers, etc. near the drive.

Magnetism may cause damage to the drive or data loss.

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