Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 40 Hard Disk Drive User Manual

About this manual

The document is a product reference manual for the Maxtor DiamondMax Plus 40 series of AT hard disk drives. It contains detailed technical information intended for OEM engineers and systems integrators, covering installation procedures, interface descriptions, host software interfaces, and specific drive commands.

Key sections include product specifications such as capacity models (51024H2 to 54098H8), physical dimensions, power requirements, and reliability data. The manual also details the AT Interface Description with pin definitions and timing parameters for PIO, DMA, and UltraDMA modes, along with a comprehensive list of interface commands including S.M.A.R.T., seek, format, and diagnostic operations.

What's inside

• Introduction
• Product Description
• Product Specifications
• Handling and Installation
• AT Interface Description
• Host Software Interface
• Interface Commands
• Service and Support

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Who is this manual intended for?

This manual provides technical information for OEM engineers and systems integrators regarding the installation and use of DiamondMax hard drives.

Where should drive repair be performed?

Drive repair should only be performed at an authorized repair center.