User's Manual

Installation
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Installation
Introduction
This chapter explains how to install the DAT 72 and DDS-4 drives. Some of the
information relates to all models; other information is specifically aimed at either the
internal or external models. The following paragraphs briefly outline the organization
of this chapter.
Unpacking and Inspection:
contains general information that you should read
before installation.
Installing an Internal Drive:
describes how to install a 3.5-inch internal drive
and a 3.5-inch drive with 5.25-inch mounting rails and bezel.
Installing an External Drive:
describes how to install the external drive.
Unpacking and Inspection
Although drives are inspected and carefully packaged at the factory, damage may
occur during shipping. Follow these steps while unpacking the drive:
1.
Visually inspect the shipping containers and notify your carrier immediately of
any damage.
2.
Place shipping containers on a flat, clean, stable surface; then carefully remove
and verify the contents against the packing list.
If parts are missing or the equipment is damaged, notify your Seagate
representative.
3.
Always save the containers and packing materials for a future reshipment.
Installing an Internal Drive
Internal drive installation involves three main steps:
1.
Configuring the drive
2.
Mounting the drive
3.
Connecting the power and interface cables
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