Maxtor DiamondMax® 60 AT Hard Disk Drive Installation and Use Manual

About this manual

This document serves as a reference guide for OEM engineers and systems integrators concerning the Maxtor DiamondMax® 60 AT series of hard disk drives. It covers essential technical details including product features, handling precautions, installation procedures, and interface descriptions.

The manual is structured to assist with the setup and configuration of these precision storage devices. Key sections include detailed specifications for various models, instructions on electro-static discharge (ESD) prevention, physical installation steps, and comprehensive documentation on AT interface timing and host software commands.

What's inside

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

Frequently asked questions

What precautions should be taken before unpacking the drive?

Before unpacking or handling a drive, take all proper electro-static discharge (ESD) precautions, including personnel and equipment grounding.

What should be done immediately after removing the drive from its container?

Once removed from the shipping container, the drive must be secured through its mounting holes within a chassis or stored on a padded, grounded, antistatic surface.

Where can repair information for these drives be found?

Drive repair should only be performed at an authorized repair center by contacting the Maxtor Customer Service Center.