Handling precautions
Follow these suggestions to optimize the usage of your
IBM microdrive, as well as those devices in which it is
installed:
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Do not cover the breather hole! Covering the
breather hole may result in loss of data.
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Do not press on the drive! Do not apply any force
to the drive during handling or installation.
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Always handle the drive with care to prevent
damage from shock, vibration, or electrostatic
discharge (ESD).
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Handle the drive carefully by the edges. Do not
touch any exposed printed circuit board.
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Do not write on the label or remove it. Do not apply
additional labels.
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Always carry the drive in its plastic case.
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Do not drop the drive.
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Do not expose the drive to wet conditions.
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Do not place the drive near a strong magnetic
field.
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Do not expose the drive to extreme temper-
atures.
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Do not use the drive in CF+ II slots without an
ejection mechanism.
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Be careful when removing the drive from the
host device immediately after operation. It may
become hot during operation.
Quick installation procedure
Note: Back up all data before beginning installation!
Refer to the manual that came with your computer,
camera, or other device to determine if it is compatible
with the CF+ Type II or the PC card type II drive/ inter-
face adapter and to find instructions on inserting and
removing the IBM microdrive.
Using the IBM microdrive with a PC card adapter
With a PC card adapter the IBM microdrive can be
installed in devices such as digital cameras or PCs that
have a PC card type II slot. If your IBM microdrive did
not come with a PC card, it can be purchased
separately.
1. Align the
mark of the IBM microdrive with that of
the
PC card.
2. Insert the IBM microdrive firmly into the PC card.
Note: When inserting or removing the PC card, hold
the PC card, not the IBM microdrive.
Using the IBM microdrive without a PC card adapter
The IBM microdrive is compatible with the CF+
TM
Type II
standard and can be used in devices with the CF+ II slot
without an adapter card. Refer to the manual shipped
with the device to determine its slot type.
IBM storage products
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IBM Hard Disk Drive Technical Support Center version3.0
Quick installation guide
IBM family of
microdrives
CF+ Type II
DMDM-10340
DMDM-10170
Models:
