Page 3 - Contents; Part 1: Quick Installation Guide; iii
Contents Safety: Read First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v About This Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Part 1: Quick Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Part 2: Installation Gui...
Page 6 - About This Book; vi Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
About This Book This book contains instructions for installing, setting up, and usingyour Deskstar Hard Disk Drive. The manual is divided into thefollowing parts: Part 1: Abbreviated installation instructions Part 2: Product description, installation requirements, andhandling, installation, and conf...
Page 7 - Caution: Read the Safety Information in; Step 1. Opening the Computer
Part 1: Quick Installation Guide Part 1 contains the Deskstar Hard Disk Drive installation instructionsin abbreviated form. If you are familiar with IDE products andexperienced in installing options, use these instructions to quicklyinstall your IDE drive. For a description of the hard disk drive an...
Page 8 - Step 3. Setting the Configuration Jumpers; Cable Select
Step 3. Setting the Configuration Jumpers Your drive has four configuration positions that determine the datatransmission priority. The positions are: Master Slave Cable Select Slave Present Use the appropriate configurations for your desired purpose: MasterIf you are installing the Deskstar as the ...
Page 9 - Step 7. Preparing the Drive for Use
Step 4. Installing the Drive in the Drive Bay Mount the hard disk drive in the drive bay using the four mountingscrews provided with the drive. For proper grounding be sure to useall four screws. Step 5. Connecting the Drive and the Cables Connect the drive to an available 40-pin connector on the ID...
Page 10 - Determining What to Do Next; -4 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
The largest partition size that you can create under the DOS, Windows95, Windows 3.x, and OS/2 operating systems that use 16-bit fileallocation table (FAT) conventions is approximately 2.14 GB. 1 When you are installing a drive larger than 2.14 GB, you must create morethan one partition to use the f...
Page 11 - Using Your Operating System for Partitioning
Disk Manager will display the number and types of drivesfound on your system and ask you if the list is correct.Follow the onscreen prompts. 5. Disk Manager will then display the drive capacity partitions selected for your system and ask if you wish to continue.Select Yes and press Enterto continue....
Page 12 - Attention: The following steps do not apply to IBM computers.; -6 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Correcting BIOS Limitations and Partitioning UsingDisk Manager Your BIOS might contain limitations that can cause operationalfailures when you install one of the new and larger hard disk drives.See the documentation that comes with your IBM computer to installyour hard disk drive, and to configure y...
Page 13 - Partitioning and Formatting Using Disk Manager; Return to the main menu, select Easy Disk Installation, and
Partitioning and Formatting Using Disk Manager The Disk Manager software contains programs that can partition,format, and prepare your drive for the installation of an operatingsystem. The following procedure prepares your drive for use in both IBM andNon-IBM computers. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. ...
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Quick Installation (German) Part 1 contains the Deskstar Hard Disk Drive installation instructionsin abbreviated form. If you are familiar with IDE products andexperienced in installing options, use these instructions to quicklyinstall your IDE drive. Caution: Read the Safety Information in Appendix...
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Step 4. Installing the Drive in the Drive Bay Mount the hard disk drive in the drive bay using the four mountingscrews provided with the drive. For proper grounding be sure to useall four screws. Step 5. Connecting the Drive and the Cables Connect the drive to an available 40-pin connector on the ID...
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Disk Manager will display the number and types of drivesfound on your system and ask you if the list is correct.Follow the onscreen prompts. 5. Disk Manager will then display the drive capacity partitions selected for your system and ask if you wish to continue.Select Yes and press Enterto continue....
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Partitioning and Formatting Using Disk Manager The Disk Manager software contains programs that can partition,format, and prepare your drive for the installation of an operatingsystem. The following procedure prepares your drive for use in both IBM andNon-IBM computers. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. ...
Page 24 - -18 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
The largest partition size that you can create under the DOS, Windows95, Windows 3.x, and OS/2 operating systems that use 16-bit fileallocation table (FAT) conventions is approximately 2.14 GB. 5 When you are installing a drive larger than 2.14 GB, you must create morethan one partition to use the f...
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Correcting BIOS Limitations and Partitioning UsingDisk Manager Your BIOS might contain limitations that can cause operationalfailures when you install one of the new and larger hard disk drives.See the documentation that comes with your IBM computer to installyour hard disk drive, and to configure y...
Page 28 - -22 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Quick Installation (Spanish) Part 1 contains the Deskstar Hard Disk Drive installation instructionsin abbreviated form. If you are familiar with IDE products andexperienced in installing options, use these instructions to quicklyinstall your IDE drive. Caution: Read the Safety Information in Appendi...
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Step 4. Installing the Drive in the Drive Bay Mount the hard disk drive in the drive bay using the four mountingscrews provided with the drive. For proper grounding be sure to useall four screws. Step 5. Connecting the Drive and the Cables Connect the drive to an available 40-pin connector on the ID...
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Disk Manager will display the number and types of drivesfound on your system and ask you if the list is correct.Follow the onscreen prompts. 5. Disk Manager will then display the drive capacity partitions selected for your system and ask if you wish to continue.Select Yes and press Enterto continue....
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Partitioning and Formatting Using Disk Manager The Disk Manager software contains programs that can partition,format, and prepare your drive for the installation of an operatingsystem. The following procedure prepares your drive for use in both IBM andNon-IBM computers. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. ...
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The largest partition size that you can create under the DOS, Windows95, Windows 3.x, and OS/2 operating systems that use 16-bit fileallocation table (FAT) conventions is approximately 2.14 GB. 9 When you are installing a drive larger than 2.14 GB, you must create morethan one partition to use the f...
Page 40 - -34 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Correcting BIOS Limitations and Partitioning UsingDisk Manager Your BIOS might contain limitations that can cause operationalfailures when you install one of the new and larger hard disk drives.See the documentation that comes with your IBM computer to installyour hard disk drive, and to configure y...
Page 42 - -36 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Quick Installation (Italian) Part 1 contains the Deskstar Hard Disk Drive installation instructionsin abbreviated form. If you are familiar with IDE products andexperienced in installing options, use these instructions to quicklyinstall your IDE drive. Caution: Read the Safety Information in Appendi...
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Step 4. Installing the Drive in the Drive Bay Mount the hard disk drive in the drive bay using the four mountingscrews provided with the drive. For proper grounding be sure to useall four screws. Step 5. Connecting the Drive and the Cables Connect the drive to an available 40-pin connector on the ID...
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Disk Manager will display the number and types of drivesfound on your system and ask you if the list is correct.Follow the onscreen prompts. 5. Disk Manager will then display the drive capacity partitions selected for your system and ask if you wish to continue.Select Yes and press Enterto continue....
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Partitioning and Formatting Using Disk Manager The Disk Manager software contains programs that can partition,format, and prepare your drive for the installation of an operatingsystem. The following procedure prepares your drive for use in both IBM andNon-IBM computers. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. ...
Page 52 - -46 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
The largest partition size that you can create under the DOS, Windows95, Windows 3.x, and OS/2 operating systems that use 16-bit fileallocation table (FAT) conventions is approximately 2.14 GB. 13 When you are installing a drive larger than 2.14 GB, you must create morethan one partition to use the ...
Page 54 - -48 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Correcting BIOS Limitations and Partitioning UsingDisk Manager Your BIOS might contain limitations that can cause operationalfailures when you install one of the new and larger hard disk drives.See the documentation that comes with your IBM computer to installyour hard disk drive, and to configure y...
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Page 57 - Part 2: Installation Guide; Product Description
Part 2: Installation Guide Product Description The Deskstar Hard Disk Drive is a 3.5-inch slimline (1-inch high)drive. It can only be installed in computers that use the ATattachment/integrated drive electronics (ATA/IDE) architecture. Your hard disk drive can be configured in any of the following w...
Page 58 - Before You Begin; Installation Requirements; Documentation
Before You Begin Read the following information before you start your installation. The installer of the drive will have to complete the following steps: Set the jumper setting on the drive (and possibly make changes to installed drives) Physically install the drive in a 3.5 " or 5.5 " drive...
Page 59 - Installation Planning
Mounting brackets and tools Most computers have 3.5-inch and 5.25-inch drive bays. The hard disk drive you are installing is designed for a 3.5-inchbay, but it can be adapted to a 5.25-inch bay. Common baydimensions are:– 3.5-inch—10.2 cm x 15.2 cm x 2.6 cm (4 in. x 6 in. x 1in.) – 5.25-inch—15.2 cm...
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you are installing. Some devices, such as a high speed tapedrive, do not operate properly when installed on the same portwith a hard disk drive. The primary drive must be configured as master and installed on the primary IDE port. You must install the operating system onthe primary drive, normally C...
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Backup Considerations If you are replacing an installed hard disk drive, make a backup copyof the data from the drive that you are replacing. If you do not knowhow to back up your hard disk drive, see the documentation thatcomes with your operating system. After the new hard disk drive isinstalled a...
Page 63 - Handling Precautions; Installing the Drive; Step 1. Opening Your Computer
Handling Precautions To avoid damage to your hard disk drive during installation. Do not open the antistatic bag until you are ready to install the drive. Static electricity can damage the drive and other computercomponents. Before handling the drive, ground yourself by touching an unpainted surface...
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3. If you must put the drive down, place the antistatic bag on a flat padded surface, such as a magazine, and place the drive on thebag with the component side facing up. Step 3. Setting the Configuration Jumpers Your drive has four configuration positions that determine the datatransmission priorit...
Page 65 - What to Do Next; Step 5. Mounting the Drive in the Bay
For information on jumper positions for your drive, see the DeskstarEnhanced IDE (ATA-3) Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide Supplement. What to Do Next If you are installing the drive in a 3.5-inch bay, go to “Step 5.Mounting the Drive in the Bay.” If you are installing the drive in a 5.25-inch bay, conti...
Page 66 - Step 6. Attaching the Cables to the Drive; -10 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Step 6. Attaching the Cables to the Drive Use the following procedure to attach the cables. Pin 40 Pin 1 1. Locate a free device connector on the IDE interface cable in your computer. The illustration shows an interface cable with threeconnectors and two attached devices. One end connector and the m...
Page 67 - Step 7. Completing the Installation; Preparing the Drive for Use; Determining What To Do Next
If all power cables are in use, purchase a dc Y-connector(available at many electronic stores) and split a connection toprovide power for more devices. Step 7. Completing the Installation To complete the hardware section of the drive installation: 1. Verify that the hard disk drive is securely mount...
Page 68 - Read messages and press Enter to continue.; -12 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
“Correcting BIOS Limitations and Partitioning Using DiskManager” on page 2-15. Using Your Operating System for Partitioning This section contains instructions about partitioning and formattingyour hard disk drive for the DOS, Windows, and OS/2 operatingsystems. Use the instructions that apply to you...
Page 69 - Installing a Secondary Drive for DOS or Windows
Installing a Secondary Drive for DOS or Windows Use FDISK and FORMAT to prepare the drive if you are using any ofthe following: DOS Windows 3.1xWindows for Workgroups 3.1x Windows 95 When you use FDISK you must make decisions about the number andtypes of partitions that you want to create on the dri...
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Installing a Primary Drive using OS/2 If the new hard disk drive will contain your operating system (driveC), use this procedure to prepare the drive and install your operatingsystem: 1. Insert the OS/2 Installation Diskette into drive A.2. Turn on your computer.3. When the OS/2 logo screen displays...
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Normally, drives 1 and 2 are connected to the primary IDE port and drives 3 and 4 are connected to the secondary IDEport. If you have two IDE ports, drives 1 and 3 are the master devices and drives 2 and 4 are the slave devices. If you have one IDE controller, drive 1 is the master device and drive ...
Page 74 - FileCopy; Disk Utilities and Diagnostics; -18 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
FileCopy FileCopy is a program that runs under DOS and copies all files fromone drive letter to another. You can use FileCopy with Disk Managerto simplify the task of adding a new hard disk drive that will replaceyour startup drive and will contain your operating system. Moving a single program to a...
Page 75 - Problem Solving
Problem Solving You might be able to solve the problem yourself. Before calling IBM,you might want to try some or all of the following troubleshootingprocedures. If your computer does not operate correctly, or the drive fails to spin up, be sure that the colored line on the drive end of the cableis ...
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If your computer does not restart and none of the devices work, the interface cable connector might be connected backwards. Tocheck the connection: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the IDE cable from the drive. 3. Verify that the colored wire is connected to pin 1 on the drive connector and i...
Page 77 - DO NOT print this page— replace with National Safety Information.
Part 3: Appendixes Appendix A. Safety Information To Disconnect: DO NOT print this page— replace with National Safety Information. Copyright IBM Corp. 1997 3-1
Page 88 - Computer and BIOS Manufacturers; -12 Deskstar Hard Disk Drive User’s Guide
Computer and BIOS Manufacturers Use the following table for computer manufacturer information. Formanufacturers not in the table, contact your IBM reseller. Use the following table for BIOS manufacturer information. Formanufacturers not in the table, contact your IBM reseller. Additional Support Res...
Page 89 - Hard Disk Drive Manufacturers
Hard Disk Drive Manufacturers Use the following table for disk manufacturer information, as needed. For manufacturers not in the table, contact your IBM reseller. Manufacturer Telephone BBS Fax Internet Address IBM Corporation(U.S.A.) 1-800-772-2227 1-919-517-0001 1-800-426-3395 http://www.pc.ibm.co...
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Appendix C. Notices This appendix contains the product notices and trademarksinformation. Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or servicesdo not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countriesin which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program...
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