Samsung PM871a User manual

SSD 2.5-inch
Handling
Guide

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Caution for Document License

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Do hold the side area at all times without squeezing strongly
Do wear anti-static gloves and a wrist strap to protect against ESD
whenever you hold or touch the drive

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
If you can’t hold the side area, hold the area opposite the connectors
Do not hold the connector area

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Do not stack the SSDs

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Be careful while handling the SSD on hard surfaces
The SSD could be severely damaged if you hit it on a hard surface

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Be careful while handling the SSD
The cases below should be avoided to prevent damage to the SSD
Dropping
Hitting
Knocking Over
Hitting

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Do not lay the SSD on solid objects
The physical dimensions of the drive cover could be Impacted, causing the SSD to fail
PCB
Cover
Solid object

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Do not touch the connectors with metals and do not attempt to open
the drive casing

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide
Do not insert or remove SSD products with partially or loosely connected connectors.
How to connect a SATA cable.
Hold the drive by its sides.