Digital device configuration and method

摘要

A digital Storage Element is described. A device is configured including a Storage Element for access by a user responsive to a native control code. A processing arrangement executes a control program for controlling the overall device and executing at least a portion of the native control code as part of the control program for interfacing with the Storage Element. A programming arrangement is provided separate from the device for customizing a read channel within the Storage Element. Command, user interaction and data transfer execution are discussed for mitigation of potential mechanical shock effects. Status indications relating to the Storage Element are provided including head position and mechanical shock. Calibration, test and operational monitoring procedures, for using head position status, are described. Failure configuration monitoring is provided in tracking overall performance and design considerations.

主权项

1. A storage device, comprising:
storage media configured to store data; a head arrangement configured to read from the storage media and configured to write to the storage media; a flexible circuit configured to interface the storage device to a host processor; a ramp configured to engage the head arrangement in a parked configuration, wherein the ramp is supported by a main portion of the flexible circuit in both the parked configuration and in a non-parked configuration; and a channel integrated circuit configured to control an interface between the storage media and the head arrangement, wherin the channel integrated circuit is mounted onto the flexible circuit such that the channel integrated circuit can implement direct electrical communication with the flexible circuit.