Installation and Setup Procedures
WD Scorpio ML160M
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RELEASED 1/16/09 (WD CONFIDENTIAL)
2679-701205-A00
5.1.4
Removal From Static Shielding Bag
Before removing the drive from its static shielding bag:
Make sure that your work station is properly grounded.
Wear a properly grounded wrist strap with good skin contact.
Avoid contact with any component on the printed circuit board.
Figure 5-2. Hard Drive Removal From Static Shielding Bag
After attaching your wrist strap, gently remove the drive from the static shielding bag.
Handle the drive by the sides only; avoid touching the printed circuit board.
Handle the drive with the printed circuit board facing downward during installation.
The unit should not be moved during drive activity.
The unit is not intended as a portable device.
Do not attempt to open the drive and service it yourself. Removing the cover may expose
you to harmful electrical voltages and will void the warranty.
To allow ventilation, do not block the air slots on the underside and rear of the enclosure.
Do not remove the tape seal or any labels from the drive; this will void the warranty.
5.1.5
Moving Precautions
If you need to move your computer, turn off the power to automatically park the heads. Parking
moves the heads to a safe, non-data landing zone where they lock into place. This helps
protect the media and the heads from accidental damage due to vibration, moving, or
shipping.
5.2
Mounting Restrictions
Important:
Your system must be turned off and unplugged before installing your hard drive.
5.2.1
Orientation
You can mount the hard drive in the X, Y, or Z axis, depending upon the physical design of
your system. For best results, mount the drive with all four screws grounded to the chassis. If
all four screws are not used, see "Grounding" on page 35.
5.2.2
Screw Size Limitations
The hard drive is mounted to the chassis using four M 3.0 screws. Recommended screw
torque is 5-6 lbf-in.
CAUTION:Screws that are too long damage circuit board components. Side
mounted screws should engage 3.0 mm MAX. Bottom mounted
screws should engage 2.5 mm MAX.
