Patent ID: 6304411
Filing Date: 2001-10-16
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
A magnetic disc drive comprising:a spindle further comprising a first electrical contact pad and a second electrical contact pad, the spindle also having a threaded opening therein;a deck havinga first opening therein positioned near the first electrical contact pad,a second opening therein positioned near the second electrical contact pad,a third opening therein positioned near the threaded opening, the threaded opening receiving a fastener to attach the spindle to the deck;a printed circuit board connected to an exterior surface of the deck, the spindle attached to an interior surface of the deck; anda connector attached to the printed circuit board further comprising:a first contact element extending through the first opening in the deck and contacting the first electrical contact pad; anda second contact element extending through the second opening in the deck and contacting the second electrical contact pad.