Seagate BarraCuda 1TB Internal Hard Drive (ST1000DM010) User Manual

1. Introducció

This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Seagate BarraCuda 1TB Internal Hard Drive (Model ST1000DM010). This 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s hard drive is designed for use in desktop PCs, offering reliable storage with a 7200 RPM spindle speed and 64MB cache. Please read this manual thoroughly before proceeding with installation or use.

Imatge 1.1: Frontal view of the Seagate BarraCuda 1TB Internal Hard Drive. This image displays the drive's label with the Seagate logo, BarraCuda branding, 1TB capacity, and model number ST1000DM010.

2. Contingut del paquet

Verifiqueu que tots els elements siguin presents al paquet:

• Seagate BarraCuda 1TB Internal Hard Drive (ST1000DM010)
• Note: Mounting screws, SATA data cable, and SATA power cable are typically not included and must be purchased separately or sourced from your PC's existing hardware.

3. Característiques clau

• Reliable Storage: Designed for dependable performance in desktop computing environments.
• Alta capacitat: 1TB storage for various applications, including media, games, and documents.
• Rendiment optimitzat: Features 7200 RPM spindle speed and 64MB cache for efficient data access.
• SATA 6 Gb/s Interface: Ensures compatibility with modern motherboards and fast data transfer rates.
• Aplicació versàtil: Suitable for PC gaming, photo editing, video editing, and general desktop use.

4. Configuració i instal·lació

Abans de començar: Ensure your computer is powered off and unplugged from the wall outlet. Wear an anti-static wrist strap to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to components.

4.1 Instal·lació física

1. Caixa d'ordinador oberta: Traieu el panell lateral de la carcassa de l'ordinador per accedir als components interns.
2. Localitza la badia de la unitat: Identify an available 3.5-inch drive bay. Some cases may require a drive caddy or adapter for installation.
3. Muntar la unitat: Slide the hard drive into the drive bay. Secure it using mounting screws on both sides of the drive, or follow your case's specific mounting mechanism.


Imatge 4.1: posterior view of the hard drive, showing the SATA data and power connectors.

4. Connectar els cables:
   • Connect one end of a SATA data cable to the smaller port on the hard drive and the other end to an available SATA port on your motherboard.
   • Connect a SATA power cable from your power supply unit (PSU) to the larger port on the hard drive.
5. Tanca el cas: Replace the computer case side panel and reconnect all external cables.

4.2 Initializing and Formatting the Drive (Windows Example)

After physical installation, the drive needs to be initialized and formatted for use by the operating system.

1. Encès: Engega l'ordinador.
2. Open Disk Management:
   • Right-click on the Start button and select "Disk Management".
   • Alternativament, premeu Clau de Windows + R, tipus diskmgmt.msc, i premeu Entra.
3. Inicialitzar el disc: A "Initialize Disk" window should appear automatically for new drives.
   • Select the new hard drive (it will likely be listed as "Disk 1" or similar, with "Unallocated" space).
   • Choose a partition style: GPT (GUID Partition Table) is recommended for drives larger than 2TB and modern systems. MBR (Master Boot Record) is for older systems or drives 2TB or smaller.
   • Click "OK".
4. Crea un nou volum simple:
   • Right-click on the "Unallocated" space of the newly initialized drive.
   • Select "New Simple Volume...".
   • Follow the "New Simple Volume Wizard":
     • Specify the volume size (usually the maximum available).
     • Assigna una lletra d'unitat.
     • Format the partition:
       • File sistema: NTFS (recommended for Windows).
       • Allocation unit size: Per defecte.
       • Volume label: Enter a name for your drive (e.g., "Data Drive").
       • Perform a quick format (checked by default).
   • Click "Next" and then "Finish" to complete the formatting.
5. The new drive will now appear in "This PC" (or "My Computer") and be ready for use.

5. Funcionament

Once installed and formatted, the Seagate BarraCuda drive operates like any other internal storage device. You can save files, install applications, and store media directly onto it.

• Transferència de dades: Arrossegueu i deixeu anar files, or use copy/paste functions to move data to and from the drive.
• Emmagatzematge d'aplicacions: Install software and games directly onto the drive to utilize its capacity.
• Rendiment: The 7200 RPM speed and 64MB cache contribute to responsive performance for everyday tasks and demanding applications.

6. Manteniment

Un manteniment regular ajuda a garantir la longevitat i el rendiment òptim del disc dur.

• Còpies de seguretat periòdiques: Periodically back up important data to another storage device or cloud service to prevent data loss in case of drive failure.
• Neteja del disc: Use your operating system's built-in disk cleanup tools to remove temporary files i dades innecessàries.
• Defragmentation (for HDDs): For optimal performance, especially after significant file changes, run disk defragmentation. (Note: This is not necessary for Solid State Drives (SSDs) but is beneficial for traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) like the BarraCuda.)
• Supervisar l'estat de la unitat: Utilize S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) tools (often built into your OS or available from third parties) to monitor the drive's health status.
• Apagada correcta: Always shut down your computer properly to prevent potential data corruption.

7. Solució De Problemes

If you encounter issues with your Seagate BarraCuda hard drive, refer to the following common solutions:

7.1 Unitat no detectada

• Comproveu els cables: Assegureu-vos que els cables de dades SATA i d'alimentació estiguin connectats correctament a la unitat i a la placa base/font d'alimentació.
• Configuració de la BIOS/UEFI: Verify that the SATA port to which the drive is connected is enabled in your computer's BIOS/UEFI settings.
• Gestió de discs: For new drives, ensure it has been initialized and formatted as described in Section 4.2.
• Prova un port/cable diferent: Test with a different SATA data cable, power cable, or motherboard SATA port to rule out faulty connections.

7.2 Rendiment lent

• Desfragmentació: Perform a disk defragmentation (see Section 6).
• Check for Malware: Run a full system scan for viruses or malware that might be consuming system resources.
• Espai en disc: Ensure the drive is not excessively full. Performance can degrade when a drive is near its maximum capacity.
• Estat SMART: Check the drive's S.M.A.R.T. status for any warnings indicating potential hardware issues.

7.3 Sorolls inusuals

• Clics/Esmolat: Persistent clicking, grinding, or scraping noises often indicate a mechanical failure. Immediately back up any accessible data and consider replacing the drive.
• Vibració: Ensure the drive is securely mounted in its bay to prevent vibrations.

8. Especificacions

9. Garantia i Suport

The Seagate BarraCuda 1TB Internal Hard Drive (ST1000DM010) comes with a garantia limitada de dos anys des de la data de compra. Aquesta garantia cobreix els defectes de materials i de mà d'obra en ús normal.

For technical support, warranty claims, or additional information, please visit the official Seagate support weblloc web o poseu-vos en contacte amb el servei d'atenció al client. Conserveu el comprovant de compra per validar la garantia.

• Optional Data Recovery Plans:
  • 2-year Data Recovery Plan: Available for purchase.
  • 3-Year Data Recovery Plan: Available for purchase.
  These plans offer additional protection against data loss due to unforeseen events.
• Seagate Official Weblloc: www.seagate.com