Patent ID: 6278574
Filing Date: 2001-08-21
Classification: G11B

Abstract:
A data storage device for use with a data storage cartridge having a storage medium therein comprising:a frame having a first surface recess which provides structural rigidity to said frame,a disk-drive motor which causes said storage medium to rotate, at least a portion of said disk-drive motor being mounted to said frame within said first surface recess,a read/write head which stores and reads information to and from said storage medium; anda head-dive motor which moves said read/write head to and from a location proximate said storage medium, said head-drive motor being mounted to said frame, and said read/write head being coupled to said head-drive motor, wherein said frame comprises a bend located between said disk drive motor and a proximal longitudinal end of said frame, said bend assisting in guiding said data storage cartridge into an operating position within said data storage device when said data storage medium is inserted therein, at least a portion of said bend extending substantially parallel to said proximal longitudinal end of said frame and having a substantially U-shaped cross-section.