M X T - 5 4 0 A L MAXTOR
NO MORE PRODUCED Native| Translation
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Form 3.5"/SLIMLINE Cylinders | 1024| |
Capacity form/unform 546/ 647 MB Heads 7| 16| |
Seek time / track 9.0/ 1.5 ms Sector/track | 63| |
Controller IDE / AT Precompensation
Cache/Buffer 256 KB Landing Zone
Data transfer rate MB/S int Bytes/Sector 512
5.000 MB/S ext
Recording method RLL 1/7 operating | non-operating
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Supply voltage 5/12 V Temperature *C 5 55 | -40 65
Power: sleep W Humidity % 10 95 | 5 95
standby W Altitude km -0.305 3.048| -0.305 3.048
idle 6.0 W Shock g 10 | 70
seek W Rotation RPM 6300
read/write 9.0 W Acoustic dBA 38
spin-up W ECC Bit
MTBF h 300000
Warranty Month 24
Lift/Lock/Park YES Certificates CSA,FCC,IEC380,IEC950,TUV,...
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+---------------------------------------------------------+ 1
| ++JP4 |XX J7
| ++ |xx Power
|+-+ |XX
|+ |J4 |XX I
|+-+ |XX N
|+-+ |XX T J1
|+ | |XX E
|+ | |*X R
|+ |J2 |XX F
|+ | |XX A
|+-+ |XX C
| |XX E
|+-+ J6 JP1|1X
|+ |J5 +----+ ++|
|+-+ 1----+ 1+|XX J3
| |XX Power
+---------------------------------------------------------+ 1
All jumpers not shown in this figure are for factory use only and
should not be altered.
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Jumper Setting
==============
x = Factory default
Jumper JP1 and jumper block J6 are used in conjunction to configure
the drive for various options (i.e. slave/master drive for two drive
systems).
Junper JP4 is the write enable jumper. When jumpered, it enables
writing to the drive. When it is not jumpered, writing to the drive
is disabled and the drive will function as a read only device.
The One Drive System setup is used to configures the drive as the
only drive in a one drive system. This is done by having no jumpers
on pins 1-2, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-10 of jumper block J6. As shipped, the
drive is configured for use in a single drive system.
J6 1-2 Master/Slave
--------------------
J6
1--2 Slave Pins 1-2 CLOSED
+--+ Master Pins 1-2 OPEN x
+--+
+--+
+--+
9--10
The Two Drive System setup is used to configure a Master drive (drive
0) and Slave drive (drive 1) in a two drive system. This can be
achieved by selecting the drive ID (Master/Slave) through either the
drive ID jumpers or Cable Select option. To set the drive as the
Master in a two drive system, leave pins 1-2 of J6 unjumpered. To set
the drive as the Slave in a two drive system, place a jumper on pins
1-2 of J6.
JP1 1-2 Cable Select
---------------------
JP1
1--2 Pins 1-2 CLOSED Uses cable select for Drive ID (Master/Slave)
+--+ x OPEN Factory default
3--4
The Cable Select option is enabled by placing a jumper on pins 1-2 of
JP1. As shipped, the drive is configured to be the Master drive in a
dual drive system with no jumpers on pins 1-2 of J6. The drive is
also shipped with the Cable Select option disabled (no jumper on pins
1-2 of JP1).
J6 3-4 Power-On-Self-Test
--------------------------
x Pins 3-4 OPEN Perform normal power on self test
CLOSED Perform extended power on self test
The POST (Power On Standard Test) jumper is used to run either a
normal or extended power on standard test.
J6 5-6 Spindle Sync
--------------------
x Pins 5-6 OPEN Disables Spindle Sync
CLOSED Enables Spindle Sync
The Disk Drive Array setup is used to synchronize the spindle of the
drives in an array and to terminate the synchronizing reference
pulse.
The Sync Spindle Pulse Source jumpers are used to select the path of
the sync spindle pulses, either via the AT Bus (pin 28 of the data
connector) or via pin 8 of the service connector J4. These jumper are
also used to indicate which drive in the disk drive array may have
the sync index pulse jumper installed. This jumper (pins 7-8 of J6)
should be removed in all other cases.
J6 7-8 Sync Reference Pulse Source
-----------------------------------
x Pins 7-8 OPEN Drive receives REF Pulse
CLOSED Drive transmit REF Pulse
NOTE
This jumper may be installed in only one drive in an array!
JP1 1-2 Sync Reference Pulse Channel
-------------------------------------
x Pins 1-2 CLOSED REF Pulse transmitted via AT Bus (Pin 28)
OPEN REF Pulse transmitted via ext. cable (J4 pin 8)
J6 9-10 Sync Reference Pulse Termination
-----------------------------------------
x Pins 9-10 OPEN Termination of REF signal not applied
CLOSED Termination of REF signal applied
JP4 Write Enable
-----------------
x JP4 CLOSED Writing to the drive is enabled
OPEN Writing to the drive is disabled, the drive is a read
only device.
Synchronized Spindle
--------------------
Synchronized Spindle is a function whereby disk drives are able to
synchronize their spindles together for use in disk drive arrays.
This is accomplished by having all drives in the array synchronized
to a common pulsed index signal. This synchronous signal can be
provided by either an external source or the master drive and can be
transceived on either the service connector (J4 pin 8) or the ATA bus
(pin 28) via the SPSYNC signal (depending on whether JP1 pins 1-2 are
jumpered or not).
If the sync pulse is to be supplied by a drive, only one drive in an
array may transmit the reference pulse. All other drives will receive
the sync pulse and synchronize their index pulses to it. The drive
supplying the reference pulse must have a jumper on J6 pins 7-8. All
other drives must have a jumper on J6 pins 7-8.
Receiving Drive(s)
The sync spindle feature is implemented to operate in an automatic
mode, not requiring any host intervention. After jumper configuration
is completed and power is applied, the drive will poll for the sync
spindle pulse. This polling will occur for 250 msec after the spindle
motor is up to speed and the drive becomes ready. If sync pulses are
detected, the drive will automatically synchronize its spindle motor
the pulse received. If the spindle synchronization has been
established and the pulse source train is interrupted, the drive will
immmediately synchronize to its own internal index pulse. If a "hard
reset" occurs, all drives that are configured to receive sync pulses
will poll for sync spindle pulses. The polling will occur for 250
msec.
Source Drive
If sync pulses are provided by the drive, it must be powered up at
the same time or prior to all the drive(s) which receive the sync
pulses. If sync pulses are provided from an external source, its
pulses must be presented prior the drive(s) becoming ready, which is
approximately 6 seconds after power is applied. This will ensure
correct sync spindle operation by providing the pulse source prior to
the automatic poll sequence executed by the receiving drive(s).
After a drive has synchronized its index pulse with the sync pulse,
it will set the DRDY (drive ready) bit. The host will not be informed
if a drive loses synchronization.
NOTE
The MXT-540AL currently does not support synchronized spindle.
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Notes on Installation
=====================
Installation direction
----------------------
horizontally vertically
+-----------------+ +--+ +--+
| | | +-----+ +-----+ |
| | | | | | | |
+-+-----------------+-+ | | | | | |
+---------------------+ | | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
+---------------------+ | +-----+ +-----+ |
+-+-----------------+-+ +--+ +--+
| |
| |
+-----------------+
The drive will operate in all axis (6 directions).
Mounting
--------
The drives may be mounted on any axis. Certain switching power
supplies may emanate electrical noise, which can degrade the
specified read error rate. For best results, orient the drives so
that the PCB assemblies are not adjacent to these noise sources.
Ten mounting holes, four on the bottom and three on each side, are
provided for mounting each disk drive into an enclosure. The size and
location of these holes are identical to industry standards.
CAUTION
Mounting screw lengths must be chosen so that no more than 0.125 inch
of the screw is available to enter the frame mounting hole. The PCB
must have clearance. The torque applied to the mounting screws should
be between 4 and 6 inch-pounds. The coplanarity of the four bottom
mounting points must be within 0.030 inch to prevent twisting of the
drive.
Air Flow Requirements
---------------------
It is recommended that air flow over the PCB have a minimum velocity
of 3.6 feet (1.1 meters) per second.
Air Filtration System
---------------------
The disks and read/write heads are assembled in a Class 100 environ-
ment and the sealed within the HDA. The HDA contains an absolute
filter, mounted inside the casing, to provide constant internal air
filtration.
Drive Mechanism
---------------
The HDA is a sealed subassembly containing the mechanical portion of
the disk drive. A brushless DC motor contained within the spindle hub
rotates the spindle and is controlled by a dedicated microprocessor.
The baseplate and cover are the mechanical assembly holding the
spindle stack assembly, actuator assembly, and the PCBA.
J4 Service Connector
--------------------
Connector J4 is a 10-pin service connector provided for serial input,
the synchronous spindle, and LED source current. Its mating connector
is a Berg 6976410 part.
|
Pin Assingment --+---+-+-+-+-+--+--+
1 GND OO| |2|4|6|8|10|
2 CNMI | +-+-+-+-+--+
3 DTX OOOO| |1|3|5|7|9 |
4 DTR -----+ +-+-+-+-+--+
5 GND J2 J4
6 GND
7 N/C
8 SPDL Pulse Ref
9 +5V
10 -LED DRV
When a LED is connected to pins nine and ten, it functions in the
same manner as the LED which is mounted on the disk drive. This is
typically used in cases when the drive is mounted in a position where
the LED is not visible or the faceplate is removed.
NOTE
If there is a requirement for an LED to be displayed on the drive,
some allowance in current calculations must be made, due to the fact
that a common connector is used for both the LED and synchronized-
spindle. The LED is connected from pin 10 (-LED DRV) to pin 9 (+5
volts).
Pins three (transmit data, DTX) and four (receive data, DTR) are the
main communication lines. Pin two is for factory use only. Pins five
and six are signal ground lines. Pin eight is used to synchronize the
spindles in multiple drive applications.
Shipping
--------
At power down, the heads are automatically positioned over the non-
data, dedicated landing zone on each surface.
At Configurations
-----------------
Two drives may be connected to the host. The primary drive is design-
ated as the master drive and the secondary drive is designated as the
slave drive.
The maximum cable length connecting the host and the drives is eight-
een inches (0.46 meters).
SINGLE DRIVE
+--------------+ +--------------+
| |40-pin ribbon cable | |
| AT-BUS +------------------------+ SINGLE |
| ADAPTER +------------------------+ DRIVE |
| | | |
+--------------+ +--------------+
DUAL DRIVES
+--------------+ +--------------+
| | | |
| AT-BUS +------------------------+ MASTER |
| ADAPTER +--------------------+--++ DRIVE |
| | | || |
+--------------+ | |+--------------+
| |+--------------+
| || |
| ++ SLAVE |
+---+ DRIVE |
| |
+--------------+
Interface Connector
-------------------
The interface connector is a 40-pin dual-row header connector. A key
for mating cable connector is provided by the removal of pin 20. The
corresponding hole on the cable connector should be plugged. The
cable connector should be keyed to prevent the possibility of
installing it upside down.
Striped edge = pin 1
Recommended part numbers for the mating connector are:
Connector 3M-3417-7000 (Strain Relief 3448-2040,
AMP P/N 1-499506-0)
Cable Flat Cable (Stranded AWG 28) 3M-3365-40
Shielded Cable Flat Cable (Stranded AWG 28) 3M-3517-40
equivalent parts may be used.
Power Connectors
----------------
There are two power connectors on the drive. The traditional four-pin
DC power connector J3 is similar to AMP's MATE-N-LOCK connector, P/N
350543-1. J3 however, is surface mounted to the PCB rather than free-
hanging as the AMP part is.
-------------------+
--+ +-----J3-----+| pin 1 +12 VDC
| | 4 3 2 1 || pin 2 +12 Volts Ground Return
-+ +------------+| pin 3 + 5 Volts Ground Return
------------------+ pin 4 + 5 VDC
Recommended mating connector parts:
+-------------+---------------+-------------------------+
|Type of Cable| Connector | Contacts |
+-------------+---------------+-------------------------+
| 18 AWG |AMP 1-480424-0 |AMP 61173-4 (Loose Piece)|
| | |AMP 350078-4 (Strip) |
+-------------+---------------+-------------------------+
The three-pin DC power connector J7, is now used by systems
integrators and OEMs who utilize hard disk drives in portable
systems.
+-------------------
| +---J7--+ +---- pin 1 = + 5 VDC
| | 1 2 3 | | pin 2 = +12 VDC
| +-------+ +- pin 3 = Ground Pin
+------------
Power-Up Sequence
-----------------
DC power (+5 volts and +12 volts) may be supplied in any order. Both
power supplies must be present and within the tolerances of the
power sensing circuit, before the motor will spin up. When the
spindle reaches full speed, the actuator lock automatically
disengages. The disk drive performs automatic SEEK calibration during
start up for optimum SEEK performance. The drive spins up and be-
comes ready within 9 seconds. The drive executes its recalibration
whenever power is applied.
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Disk Drive Description
----------------------
The MXT-ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) disk drives are high
capacity, high performance, random access storage devices which use
non removable 3.5-inch disks as storage media. Each surface employs
one moveable head to access the data tracks.
The drive is designed to operate in an IBM PC/AT or compatible
computer. The host interface uses a task file structure which is the
standard interface PC/AT rigid disk controllers. Because the host
interfaces with the drive directly through the task file register, an
address decoder or buffer control logic is required either on the
mother board or on an adapter board.
These disk drives include the Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA)
interface controller embedded in the drive electronics.
High performance is achieved through the use of a rotary voice coil
actuator and a closed loop hybrid servo system using a dedicated
servo surface and embedded servo information on each data surface.
The innovative MAXTORQ rotary voice coil actuator provides
performance usually achieved only with larger, higher powered linear
actuators. The closed loop hybrid servo system with dedicated and
embedded servo surfaces allow state-of-the-art recording densities in
a 3.5-inch package.
High capacity is achieved by a balanced combination of high areal
reording density, run-length limited (RLL) data encoding techniques,
and high density packaging techniques. A multi-zone implementation of
1,7 code is used. Maxtor's advanced MAXPAK electronic packaging
techniques use miniature surface-mounted devices to allow all
electronic circuitry to fit on one PCB. Advanced flexures and heads
allow closer spacing of disks, and therefore allow a higher number of
disks in a 3.5-inch package. Maxtor's integrated drive motor/spindle
design allows a deeper head disk assembly (HDA) casting than
conventional designs, permitting the use of up to eight disks.
The drive's electrical interface is compatible with the ANSI ATA
standard. The drive's size and mountinng conform to the industry
standard 3.5-inch form factor for disk drives, and uses the same
direct current (DC) voltages and connectors.
Seek Time
---------
+----------------------------------+--------+
| | 540AL |
+----------------------------------+--------+
|Single track read msec. max. | <1.5 |
+----------------------------------+--------+
|Single track write msec. max. | <2.0 |
+----------------------------------+--------+
|Average seek to read msec. max. | 8.5 |
| write msec. max. | 9.5 |
+----------------------------------+--------+
|Full Stroke msec. max. | 18.0 |
+----------------------------------+--------+
|Latency msec. avg. | 4.76 |
+----------------------------------+--------+
Head Positioning Mechanism
--------------------------
The read/write heads are mounted on a head/arm assembly, which is
then mounted on a ball bearing supported shaft. The voice coil, an
integral part of the head/arm assembly, lies inside the magnet
housing when installed in the drive. Current from the power
amplifier, controlled by the servo system, includes a magnetic field
in the voice coil which either aids or opposes the field around the
permanent magnets. This reaction causes the voice coil to move within
the magnetic field. Because the head/arm assemblies are connected to
the voice coil, the voice coil movement is transferred, through the
pivot point, directly to the heads, to position them in the desired
cylinder over the desired track.
Read/Write Heads and Disks
--------------------------
The disk drive employs state-of-the-art sliders and flexures. The
configuration of the sliders and flexures provides improved aero-
dynamic stability, superior head/disk compliance, and a higher
signal-to-noise ratio.
The disk media uses a nickel-cobalt metallic film that yields high
amplitude signals, and very high resolution performance, compared to
conventional oxide coated media. It also provides an abrasion and
impact resistant surface, decreasing the potential for damage caused
by shock and vibration during shipping.
Data on each of the data surfaces is read or written by one read/
write head. There is one surface dedicated to servo information in
each disk drive.
Self-Test Sequence
------------------
Initial Register Values (hex) for the command block register
+-----------------------+
|Error Register 01|
|Sector Count 01|
|Sector Number 01|
|Cylinder Low 00|
|Cylinder High 00|
|Drive-Head Register 00|
+-----------------------+
The self-test sequence is executed upon disk drive power up. The
self-test sequence verifies the integrity of the hardware. This test
is not an exhaustive hardware diagnostic, but simply a check of the
major components for full functionally.
The self-test sequence consists of the following events:
- Hardware Reset Test - This routine tests the microprocessor,
program ROM checksum/buffer controller, and the external program
RAM/disk formatter. If any of these fail, the disk drive can only
be reset by a POWER UP condition.
- Microprocessor Test - This routine tests the microprocessor's
internal memory timers, and register bank switching for proper
operation.
- Program ROM Checksum/Buffer Controller Test - This routine test the
buffer controller for proper operation. All the registers are
tested and the buffer controller is engaged to access random-access
memory (RAM).
- External Program RAM Test - This routine tests the external RAM ny
writing and reading four test pattern sto each location.
If any portion of the self-test fails, except the hardware reset
test, the drive can be reset by a power up reset. The failure of the
hardware reset test is considered a catastrophic failure and the
controller can only be reset from such a failure by a power up reset.
If the drive fails, the result is set in the task error register.
Interface
---------
Data is transferred in a 16-bit wide parallel data path from the host
to the drive. Data transfer is controlled by commands sent from the
host. The drive performs all operations necessary to write data to or
read data from the medium. Data read from the medium is placed in a
buffer prior to being transferred to the host.
Buffer Access
-------------
The MXT-540AL uses zone density recording. This recording technique
varies the number of bytes per track (Mbytes/sec) which must read or
written.
These drives are manuafactures with 256K of buffer RAM. To confirm
the buffer size of your, execute the IDENTIFY command.
Error Reporting
---------------
-----------------+----------------------------+---------------------+
COMMAND |ERROR REGISTER |STATUS REGISTER |
+----------------------------+---------------------+
|BBK|UNC|IDNF|ABRT|TK0NF|AMNF|DRDY|DWF|DSC|CORR|ERR|
-----------------+---+---+----+----+-----+----+----+---+---+----+---+
Check Power Mode*| | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Exec. Drive Diag.| | | | | | | | | | | V |
Format Track | | | V | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Identify Drive | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Idle* | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Idle Immediate* | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Initi. Parameters| | | | | | | V | V | V | | |
NOP no Operation | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Read Buffer | | | | V | | V | V | V | V | V | V |
Read Multiple | V | V | V | V | | V | V | V | V | V | V |
Read Sectors | V | V | V | V | | V | V | V | V | V | V |
Read DMA* | V | V | V | V | | V | V | V | V | V | V |
Read Verify Sec. | V | V | V | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Recalibrate | | | | V | V | | V | V | V | | V |
Seek | | | V | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Set Features | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Read Long | V | V | V | V | | V | V | V | V | V | V |
Set Multiple Mode| | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Write Buffer | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Write Multiple | V | | V | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Write Sectors | V | | V | V | | V | V | V | V | V | V |
Sleep Mode* | | | | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Standby* | | | | | V | | | V | | V | V |
Idle Mode n | | | | | V | | | V | | V | V |
Standby Immedia.*| | | | | | | | | | | |
Write DMA* | V | | V | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
Write Long | V | | V | V | | | V | V | V | | V |
-----------------+---+---+----+----+-----+----+----+---+---+----+---+
Key:
V = Valid errors for each command
* = Command not currently supported
ABRT = Abort command error
AMNF = Data address mark not found error
BBK = Bad block detected
CORR = Corrected data error
DRDY = Drive not ready detected
DSC = Disk seek complete not detected
DWF = Drive write fault detected
ERR = Error bit in the Status Register
IDNF = Requested ID not found
TK0NF = Track zero not found error
UNC = Uncorrectable data error
Translate Mode
--------------
The drive always operates in the translate mode because it uses zoned
recording techniques. The driv firmware translates logical sector re-
quests from the host intp corresponding physical sector requests.
Because the host communicates with the drive using physical drive
parameters (i.e. cylinder number, head number, and sector number), a
mapping address translation is needed to fully utilize the capacity
of the drive. This also makes selecting a drive type from the BIOS
tabeles easier. The drive type selected should have a capacity equal
to or less than formatted capacity of the drive.
In addition, an LBA mode is supported. The relation between mapped
and LBA mode is specified by the following formula:
LBA = (HSCA-1) + (HHDA * HSPT) + (HNHD * HSPT * HCYA)
where: HSCA = Host Sector Address
HHDA = Host Head Address
HCYA = Host Cylinder Address
HNHD = Host Number of Heads
HSPT = Host Sector per Track
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MAXTOR IDE INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR AN IDE DRIVE
---------------------------------------
1. Install a 40 pin Data Cable ensuring that pin 1, which can be
identified by the striped edge of the cable, is closest to the
power connector on the drive.
2. Install a DC power cable to the back of the drive.
3. Verify the jumper configurations for Master/Slave operation
(Note: Master will be the bootable drive. The slave will not
be bootable.) Also make sure the existing C: drive is jumped
to be the Master in a two drive system, not the only drive in
the system.
4. Apply power to the computer.
4a. When memory test is complete go into your system's Standard
CMOS set-up.
(Note: There are various ways to get into CMOS set-up, please
refer to system's manual for instructions.)
4b. If your system's BIOS supports a user programmable drive
type, program the BIOS with the default parameters of your
drive. If your system does not support a user programmable
drive type choose parameters that closely match but do not
exceed the drives MegaByte capacity. Escape from set-up
then choose write to CMOS and exit.
5. Boot from a DOS diskette that has FDISK.EXE and FORMAT.COM on
it. At the A> prompt type in FDISK. At the menu options select
option 1 to create a DOS partition. Another menu will appear
and from those options choose 1 to create a Primary DOS
partition. Select yes to make 1 large partition and it will
automatically become active. Then escape from FDISK.
6. At the A> prompt type in FORMAT C:/S This does a high-level
format on the drive and transfers the system files in order for
the drive to be bootable. (Note: IDE drives are low-level
formatted from the manufacturer and only need a high-level
format).
To configure the drive as a slave drive repeat steps 1-4 and
proceed with steps 5a. and 6a. as follows:
5a. At the C> prompt type in FDISK. When the menu options appear
select option 5 to switch to the second drive. Enter fixed
disk drive number 2. Then choose option 1 to create a DOS
partition, then select option 1 again to create a Primary DOS
partition or option 2 to create an Extended DOS partition.
(Note: C and D drives will always be the Primary partitions
but only the Primary partition on C: will have a status of
active).
6a. Proceed with a high-level format on the drive by typing FORMAT
D: (Note: Make sure the correct drive letter has been selected
for format).
7. The drive is now bootable. As a test remove the DOS diskette
from A and press reset to reboot the computer, a C> should be
displayed, the drive is now ready for operation.