Spinpoint M9TU-USB 3.0 Product Manual REV 1.0
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INSTALLATION
CHAPTER 4 INSTALLATION
This chapter describes how to unpack, mount, configure and connect a Spinpoint M9TU-USB 3.0
hard disk drive. It also describes how to install the drive in systems.
4.1
Space Requirements
Figure 4-1 shows the external dimensions of the drive.
Figure 4-1: Mechanical Dimension
4.2
Unpacking Instructions
(1) Open the shipping container of the Spinpoint M9TU-USB 3.0 hard disk drive.
(2) Lift the packing assembly that contains the drive out of the shipping container.
(3) Remove the drive from the packing assembly. When you are ready to install the drive, remove it from
the ESD (Electro Static Discharge) protection bag. Take precautions to protect the drive from ESD
damage after removing it from the bag.
CAUTION: During shipment and handling, the anti-static ESD protection bag prevents
electronic component damage due to electrostatic discharge. To avoid accidental damage to
the drive, do not use a sharp instrument to open the ESD protection bag.
(4) Save the packing material for possible future use.
4.3
Mounting
Refer to your system manual for complete mounting details.
(1) Be sure that the system power is off.
(2) For mounting, use four
M3 screws.
CAUTION: Torque applied to the screws is recommended to be 3.5 [kg* cm] ±0.5
(3.0 [inch *pounds] ±0.5)