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1.4 & 2.1G Hard drive models



IBM doesn't give price info in their product announcements anymore so 
you have to call them up to find out the price.

> Options by IBM: ThinkPad 760/755 Hard Disk Drives
> 
> Announced on October 15, 1996
> HARDWARE Announcement 196-250
> 
> At a Glance
> 
> The new ThinkPad 760/755 HDDs feature:
> 
> o  2.5-inch form factor
> 
> o  1.4GB or 2.1GB capacity
> 
> o  ATA-3 IDE interface
> 
> o  13 ms average seek time
> 
> o  MR head technology
> 
> o  No-ID sector formatting
> 
> o  100/500 Gs operating/non-operating shock
> 
> o  Enhanced power management technology
> 
> o  One-year, limited warranty(2)
> 
> For technical support:
> 
> o  Call the HelpCenter(R) (800-426-7299)
> 
>            or
> 
> o  Request technical information via IBM Faxback (800-426-3395)
> 
> 
> Overview
> 
> Options by IBM extends the life of your mobile systems by announcing
> two new exciting upgrade options for ThinkPad(R) 760 and 755 systems.
> As your mobile system needs continue to accelerate, you can increase
> capacity and enhance the value of your ThinkPad system with a new
> high-capacity hard disk drive (HDD) upgrade.  The ThinkPad 760/755
> 1.4GB HDD 3L is a super-slim (12.5 mm) profile, 2.5-inch HDD that can
> be easily added as a second drive in any ThinkPad 760 Ultrabay, or
> used to replace the original drive in any ThinkPad 760 or 755 system.
> For extraordinary capacity requirements, the ThinkPad 760/755
> 2.1GB(1) HDD 2X is a low-profile (17 mm), 2.5-inch HDD compatible
> with "thick-based" ThinkPad 760 and all 755 systems.
> 
> Both drives incorporate advanced Magneto-Resistive (MR) head and
> No-ID sector format technologies developed by IBM.  MR heads enable
> higher areal densities, thereby reducing the number of disks and
> heads for a given drive capacity.
> 
> No-ID sector formatting further increases the storage capacity by
> eliminating the overhead caused by the duplicate storage of each data
> sector's ID fields on the disk, and uses that disk space for
> additional user data.  MR head technology, combined with No-ID sector
> formatting, enables the drives to deliver high capacity and enhanced
> performance in a reliable design.
> 
> These disk drives are ideal for ThinkPad system users with ever
> increasing requirements for emerging technologies, new applications,
> and data storage.  Integrated fax, graphics, Internet, and multimedia
> won't be held back by lack of disk space.  The mobile system user
> does not have to sacrifice desktop storage capacity to stay on the
> go.  IBM HDDs are designed with key mobility features to meet
> customer needs of ruggedness and low power consumption.
> 
> Both ThinkPad HDDs are easily installed and removed by the end user.
> One mobile system can be shared by multiple users by giving each one
> their own disk drive for personal applications and data.
> 
> IBM's HDD options are designed to balance the requirements of
> capacity, performance, size, enhanced power management, and
> ruggedness to meet the exacting standards of the ThinkPad customer.
> This is an excellent reason to upgrade your ThinkPad with original
> equipment, designed specifically for your ThinkPad's features.
> 
> Intended Customers
> 
> ThinkPad 760/755 users who require desktop storage capacity on their
> mobile systems.
> 
> Key Prerequisites
> 
> These new HDDs are supported on selected ThinkPad 755 and 760 models.
> Refer to the Hardware Requirements section for specific details.
> 
> Planned Availability Date
> 
> October 29, 1996
> 
> (1)   GB = Billion bytes.  Formatted capacities; actual available
>       capacity depends on operating system installed, if any.
> (2)   For information on and copies of IBM's statement of limited
>       warranty, call 800-772-2227 or contact your reseller.
> 
> 
> 
> THINKPAD 760/755 1.4GB HDD 3L (69H8412) AND 2.1GB HDD 2X (69H8414)
> 
> Product Positioning:  Distribution to customers requiring removable
> 2.5-inch HDDs for upgrade or second HDD on ThinkPad 760 and 755
> systems.
> 
> Technical Information
> 
> Performance Specifications
> 
>                                    69H8412        69H8414
> 
> Interface                          ATA-3          ATA-3
> Formatted capacity (GB)            1.4            2.1
> Rotational speed (RPM)             4000           4000
> Data transfer rate (MB/s)
>  Interface --
>  PIO mode 4, DMA-2                 16.6           16.6
>  Media                             4.2-6.74       4.2-6.74
> Average read seek
>   time (ms)                        13             12
> Data buffer size (KB)              96             96
> Number of disks/drive              2              3
> Number of heads                    4              6
> BER                                1E-13          1E-13
> Disk type                          Thin film      Thin film
> Head type                          MR             MR
> 
> 
> Physical Specifications
> 
> ThinkPad 760/755 1.4GB HDD 3L
> 
> o  Approximate height:  12.5 mm (0.5 in)
> o  Approximate width:   70 mm (2.76 in)
> o  Approximate depth:  100 mm (3.95 in)
> o  Approximate weight:  140 g
> 
> ThinkPad 760/755 2.1GB HDD 2X
> 
> o  Approximate height:  17.0 mm (0.7 in)
> o  Approximate width:   70 mm (2.76 in)
> o  Approximate depth:  100 mm (3.95 in)
> o  Approximate weight:  186 g
> 
> Operating Environment
> 
> o  Temperature:  5(degs) to 55(degs)C (41(degs) to 131(degs)F)
> o  Relative humidity:  8% to 90%
> 
> Agency Approvals
> 
> o  UL
> o  CSA
> o  TUV
> o  EIA
> 
> Energy Star-Compliant:  No
> 
> Note: The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of
> any product or service.
> 
> Hardware Requirements:  The new ThinkPad 760/750 HDDs are supported
> on the following IBM platforms:
> 
> ThinkPad 760/755 1.4GB HDD 3L (69H8412)
> 
>                                 Machine
> System Name                     Type             Model
> 
> ThinkPad 760                    9546, 9547       All
> ThinkPad 755                    9545             All
> 
> ThinkPad 760/755 2.1GB HDD 2X (69H8414)
> 
>                                 Machine
> System Name                     Type             Model
> 
> ThinkPad 760                    9546             All except:
>                                                  x22, 2b, 21,
>                                                  2a, 27. x2h,
>                                                  28, 2j, 41,
>                                                  42, x4a, 4b
> 
> ThinkPad 760                    9547             All except:
>                                                  x01, 0a, 0r
> 
> ThinkPad 755                    9545             All
> 
> 
> Note: A Second HDD Adapter (29H9333) is required to allow for
> installation of two HDDs in the ThinkPad 760 Ultrabay.
> 
> Software Requirements
> 
> o  IBM PC DOS 7
> o  OS/2(R) Warp Version 3
> o  MS-DOS Version 6.22
> o  Microsoft Windows+ 95
> o  Microsoft Windows Version 3.11
> o  Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.11
> 
> Compatibility:  Refer to the Hardware Requirements section.
> 
> Limitations
> 
> o  When a second HDD is in the ThinkPad Ultrabay(TM), it cannot be
>    formatted by the OS/2 Warp FDISK program after being assigned as
>    the logical drive.  A fix will be provided under OS/2 Warp APAR
>    PJ19672.
> 
> o  Use boot manager when booting OS/2 Warp from a secondary drive.
> 
> o  Continuous use of HDD, as in reading long video files, will impact
>    battery life.
> 
> 
> Planning Information
> 
> Cable Orders Required:  No
> 
> Installation Time:  Approximately five minutes
> 
> Packaging:  One box
> 
> Shipment Group
> 
> o  Drive assembly
> o  Publication
> 
> 
> Security, Auditability, and Control
> 
> This product uses the security and auditability features of the
> system in which it is installed.
> 
> Terms and Conditions
> 
> Field-Installable                       Yes
> Customer Setup                          Yes
> Warranty:
>   Period                                1 Year
>   Service Type                          CCE
>   Maintenance Agreement                 No
> Optional Upgrade                        No
> Central Facility Maintenance
>   Service Option (CFMS)                 No
> Licensed Programs                       No
> 
> 
> Help and Service Information
> 
> During the warranty period, call 800-426-7299 for technical support,
> 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer any questions regarding your
> new IBM option.  Response time will vary depending on the number and
> nature of calls received.  If you need warranty service, return or
> exchange is available.  In addition, if your IBM option is installed
> in an IBM computer, you may be entitled to service at your location.
> Your technical support representative can help you determine the best
> alternative.
> 
> CHARGES
> 
> Contact your IBM representative for charges information for this
> announcement.
> 
> 
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>       Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.
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> 
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