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Operating Manual
TX120
Handling hard disk drives and HDD modules
Hot-plug hard disk drives
8.1
Handling hard disk drives and HDD 
modules
Hard disk drives incorporated in the HDD modules are highly sensitive electro-
magnetic devices and must be handled with great care. Incorrect handling can 
cause partial or total failure of the hard disk drives. These failures can result in 
data errors and to a loss of data or to total corruption of the hard disk drive.
Observe the following rules to prevent such problems occurring:
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Only store and transport HDD modules within the limits stipulated in the 
specification.
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When transporting HDD modules (even over short distances), always use 
the original packaging (ESD label).
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Never expose HDD modules to a temperature shock. Avoid the formation of 
condensation inside and on the outside of the hard disk drive.
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CAUTION!
The HDD module must be acclimatized in its operating environment 
for an acclimatization time before it is started up for the first time. 
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Always set the HDD module down carefully, with the large surface facing 
downwards to prevent it from tipping over.
Temperature difference (°C)
(operating environment/
outside)
Minimum acclimatization time
(hours)
5
3
10
5
15
7
20
8
25
9
30
10
Table 2: Acclimatization times for HDD modules