Seagate Medalist 1640, Product Manual

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2.4 Mounting the drive
Mount the drive securely in the computer using either the bottom or side
mounting holes as described below. Position the drive so that you do not
strain or crimp the cables. Figure 6 on page 24 shows the drive’s
dimensions and includes the side and the bottom mounting holes.
Bottom mounting holes. Insert 6-32 UNC-2A mounting screws in the
four available bottom mounting holes. Do not insert the screws more than
0.20 inches (6 turns) into the drive frame.
Side mounting holes. Insert 6-32 UNC-2A mounting screws in any two
of the side mounting holes on each side of the drive. Do not insert the
screws more than 0.20 inches (6 turns) into the drive frame.
Caution. To avoid damaging the drive:
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Use mounting screws of the correct size and length.
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Gently tighten the mounting screws----do not apply more than 6
inch-pounds of torque.
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