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Barracuda Serial ATA V Product Manual, Rev. B 21

3.0 Configuring and mounting the drive

This section contains the specifications and instructions for configuring and

mounting the drive.

3.1 Handling and static-discharge precautions

After unpacking, and before installation, the drive may be exposed to poten-

tial handling and electrostatic discharge (ESD) hazards. Observe the follow-

ing standard handling and static-discharge precautions:

Caution:

• The SeaShell™ replaces electrostatic discharge (ESD) bags. The SeaShell

package is a shock-ribbed, transparent clamshell enclosure that limits a

drive’s exposure to ESD and also protects against external shocks and

stresses. The design permits attaching cables, software loading and label/

barcode scanning without removing the drive from the SeaShell. This

minimizes handling damage. Keep the drive in the SeaShell package until

you are ready for installation.

• The drive has a cover called SeaShield

. Do not remove this permanent

cover—it protects the drive from electrostatic discharge (ESD) and minor

impact damage. The SeaShield cover also includes installation instructions

and jumper settings. Removing the SeaShield voids the warranty.

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

• The drive is extremely fragile—handle it with care. Do not press down on the

drive top cover.

• Always rest the drive on a padded, antistatic surface until you mount it in the

computer.

• Do not touch the connector pins or the printed circuit board.

• Do not remove the factory-installed labels from the drive or cover them with

additional labels. Removal voids the warranty. Some factory-installed labels

contain information needed to service the drive. Other labels are used to

seal out dirt and contamination.

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