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Operating Manual
RX200
S3
Hot-pluggable hard disk drives
Hot plug components
8.2.1
Handling Hard Disk Drives/HDD Modules
Hard disk drives incorporated in the HDD modules are highly sensitive electro-
magnetic devices and must be handled with great care. Incorrect handling can
cause partial or total failure of the hard disk drives. These failures can result in
data errors and to a loss of data or to total corruption of the hard disk drive.
Please observe the following rules, which will help prevent such problems
occurring:
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Only store and transport HDD modules within the limits stipulated in the
specification.
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When transporting HDD modules (even over short distances), always use
the original packaging (ESD labeling).
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Never expose a HDD module to a temperature shock. Avoid the formation of
condensation inside and on the outside of the hard disk drive.
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CAUTION!
The HDD module must be acclimatized to its operating environment
for a set acclimatization time.
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Always put the HDD module down carefully, with its largest surface facing
downwards, to avoid the danger of tipping over.
Temperature difference (°C)
(operating environment/
outside temperature)
Minimum acclimatization time
(hours)
5
3
10
5
15
7
20
8
25
9
30
10
Table 3: Acclimatization times for HDD module
