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Part 1: Quick Installation Guide
Part 1 contains the Deskstar Hard Disk Drive installation instructions
in abbreviated form. If you are familiar with IDE products and
experienced in installing options, use these instructions to quickly
install your IDE drive. For a description of the hard disk drive and
more detailed information about how to install and use the drive, see
“Part 2: Installation Guide” on page 2-1.
Caution: Read the Safety Information in
Appendix A, page 3-1, before installing this product.
In addition to this User’s Guide, your option package contains:
Deskstar hard disk drive
Disk Manager Diskette
Four drive mounting screws
IDE cable for connecting two IDE devices
(some option packages)
Mounting brackets with screws (some option packages)
The Deskstar Enhanced IDE (ATA-3) Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Supplement provides warranty and jumper setting information.
Contact your place of purchase if parts are missing or damaged. Be
sure to retain your proof of purchase. It might be required to receive
warranty service.
Step 1. Opening the Computer
1. Turn off all attached devices.
2. Turn off the computer.
3. Unplug the power cords for the computer and all attached
devices.
4. Open the computer.
For specific information on opening your computer, see the
documentation that comes with your computer.
Step 2. Unpacking the Drive
1. Before opening the antistatic bag containing the drive, touch the
bag to an unpainted surface on the computer for at least two
seconds. This neutralizes any static electricity buildup on the bag
and on your body.
2. Remove the drive from the bag. Handle the drive by the edges.
Do not touch any exposed components on the drive.
Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 1-1