Removable hard disk that has a 1.8 inches form factor

摘要

(57) disk drives that accept (200) removable cartridge having a recess (266, 270) in its [summary] outer surface (30), disk assembly mounting mechanism that is positioned in the recess (56) the engagement surface. The drive, the mounting mechanism is provided with a (58) handle having (70) lever in contact with the engagement surface of the disk assembly mounting mechanism and entered the recess, and further moved the handle, removable cartridge and is adapted to move to be mounted disk assembly of which faces the above (54) spindle drive motor of the drive. Other features such as advanced cartridge positioning mechanism and position sensor is also provided.