ETERNUS JX40 S2
Operating Manual
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5
Hard Disk Drives
The ETERNUS JX40 S2 storage subsystem can accommodate up to 24 2.5"
and up to 12 3.5" hard disk drives.
5.1
Handling Hard Disk Drives
Hard disk drives are highly sensitive electromagnetic devices and must be
handled with great care. It is extremely likely that an incorrect handling will lead
to a partially and/or total failure of the hard disk drives.
These failures will result in data errors and to loss of data or to total destruction
of the hard disk drive.
Please observe following rules, which will help to avoid the occurrence of this
type of problems:
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Store and transport hard disk drives only within the limits stipulated in the
specification.
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When transporting hard disk drives (even over short distances), always use
the original packaging (ESD labeling).
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Never expose a hard disk drive to a temperature shock. Avoid the formation
of condensation inside and on the outside of the hard disk drives. The hard
disk drives may be exposed only to defined temperature and climatic
conditions.
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Hard disks must be put on antistatic mats with cushion. Never put an HDD
on an other hard disk or directly on metallic desks. Keep enough distance
between hard disks to prevent the contact of two disks at handling.
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Always put the hard disk drive down carefully, with its largest surface facing
downwards, to avoid the danger of tipping over.
