Product Details
The ABB DSMD 113 5736045-N, also cataloged as the DSMD 113 Floppy Disk Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for offline system data archiving and drive image loading within ABB process control platforms.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
The DSMD 113 storage peripheral family encompasses specific service part numbers and hardware designation revisions utilized across legacy ABB controller chassis:
- DSMD 113 (5736045-N): Standard 5.25-inch 1.2 MByte floppy disk drive assembly for front subrack panel integration.
- DSMD 113 (EXC5736045-N): Designated exchange service part reference assigned for physical unit replacement across field control systems.
- DSMD 113 (REF5736045-N): Modern factory-assigned replacement identification for legacy system storage drive maintenance.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | DSMD 113 |
| Part Number | 5736045-N |
| Brand | ABB |
| Product Type | Floppy Disk Units |
| Form Factor | 5.25 inch |
| Storage Capacity | 1.2 MByte |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | Standard 5.25-inch drive bay chassis compatible |
| Operating Temp | 0 to +55 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 24 VDC / 5 VDC (Subrack bus power harness) |
| Customs Tariff Number | 85389091 |
Deterministic Network Buffering and Backplane Bus Interface
Engineered for integration into industrial processing racks, the drive mechanism interfaces with control electronics to support firmware flash compatibility and backup data retrieval. Direct connection to internal bus logic ensures backplane bus communication velocity is preserved without introducing latency during bulk parameter file read/write sequences. On-board shielding buffers protect magnetic head read signals from high-frequency electromagnetic field interference inside high-density control cabinets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the DSMD 113 drive unit be hot-swapped while backplane control power is active?
A: No. System power to the drive bay harness must be de-energized prior to removing or installing the drive unit to prevent physical damage to edge connector interfaces.
Q: How is media alignment handled for the 1.2 MByte 5.25-inch drive?
A: The drive uses direct mechanical latch alignment to lock magnetic media over the spindle, maintaining proper track indexing during high-vibration operational cycles.
Q: Does the unit draw primary power directly from the internal system bus?
A: Yes. The drive connects directly to the subrack auxiliary power ribbon to receive stabilized DC operating voltages.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Shut down auxiliary power to the controller rack before inserting or extracting the DSMD 113 drive assembly.
- Wear a grounded wrist strap attached to structural rack metal to protect internal drive electronics from static discharge.
- Slide the 1.8 kg drive frame along the enclosure mounting guides until the front faceplate flushes with the cabinet rail.
- Fasten all lateral retaining screws to achieve solid chassis grounding and structural stability against cabinet vibration.
- Connect internal bus and power ribbon cables, verifying that signal lines maintain a minimum 200 mm clearance from high-voltage AC conduits.
Additional Information
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