IBM DPSS-309170 Installation Manual - Page 6

IBM storage products Getting started Handling precautions CAUTION! Most hard disk drive damage is caused by poor handling, physical impact, or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Heeding the precautions listed below may eliminate the occurrence of such damage. Ÿ To prevent damage from impact or vibration always set the drive down gently. Ÿ Do not open the ESD bag containing the drive until required. Ÿ Handle the drive carefully by the edges. Do not touch the exposed printed circuit board or any electronic components. Ÿ Do not press on the top or bottom of the drive. Ÿ Do not cover the drive's breather hole. Ÿ Before handling the drive, discharge any static electricity from you and your clothing. With one hand touch an unpainted metal surface on your computer chassis, then touch the ESD bag with the other hand. Remain in contact with the chassis and the bag for at least two seconds. Tools for installation You may need the following items to install the IBM Ultrastar drive. Ÿ A small flat-blade screwdriver Ÿ A Phillips head screw driver Ÿ A small needle-nose pliers or tweezers Ÿ Your computer system manual Ÿ Operating system startup diskette (see section A. of the Appendix) Ÿ Drive rails (Drive rails for 5.25 inch bays may be purchased at your local computer store, from your system manufacturer, or by calling the IBM Technology Group Support Center.) Begin the hardware install Ÿ Back up the data on the drive currently in your system to prevent data loss during installation. Ÿ Turn off your computer system. Ÿ Remove cover as instructed by your computer system manual. Ÿ Discharge static electricity per instructions given in the Handling Precautions section above. Ÿ Unplug your computer. Ÿ Note the mounting position of existing drives and cables. Ÿ If replacing a drive or cable, remove it. Store the drive in a safe place in case it should be needed again. Ÿ Remove the drive from the ESD bag. IBM Technology Group Support Center Page 6 07N5612IG10