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MAXTOR ATA HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE
Important Notice for Drives Larger than 137 GB
Some systems do not properly support the full capacity of an internal drive larger
than 137 GB. To ensure proper installation, read “Using a Drive Larger than 137
GB” on page 21 before setting up the drive.
Installing the Drive with an Ultra ATA PCI Card
If you are installing this hard drive with an Ultra ATA-compatible PCI adapter card
(such as the Maxtor SATA/150 and ATA/133 Combo Card, use the PCI card
documentation to install the card before installing the hard drive. Some older
systems require the use of an ATA card to fully recognize higher capacity hard
drives.
Back Up Your Data
Protect your data by backing up existing hard drives before installing your new
Maxtor hard drive.
FIGURE 2 REQUIRED TOOLS
1. System User Manual
2. Operating System CD and Boot Disk
3. Philips Screwdriver
4. Small Needle-Nose Pliers
System Manual