Chapter 5 basic principles of operation, 1 maxtor d540x-4k drive mechanism, Jcrvgt – Maxtor D540X-4K User Manual
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This chapter describes the operation of Maxtor D540X-4K AT hard disk drives’
functional subsystems. It is intended as a guide to the operation of the drive, rather
than a detailed theory of operation.
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This section describes the drive mechanism. Section 5.2 describes the drive
electronics. The Maxtor D540X-4K hard disk drives consist of a mechanical assembly
and a PCB as shown in Figure 5-1.
The head/disk assembly (HDA) contains the mechanical subassemblies of the drive,
which are sealed under a metal cover. The HDA consists of the following
components:
• Base casting
• DC motor assembly
• Disk stack assembly
• Headstack assembly
• Rotary positioner assembly
• Automatic actuator lock
• Air filter
The drive is assembled in a Class-100 clean room.
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To ensure that the air in the HDA remains free of
contamination, never remove or adjust its cover and seals.
Tampering with the HDA will void your warranty.