Labeling a hard drive

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I have several drives in my computer that I would like to be able to identify in or out of the computer (backup, personal, movies, music, etc.). I have heard that writing on the disks will cause the warranty void and don't like that idea incase I change what the disk is used for. If you put tape (normal) it might cause a fire. Does anyone know of a safe way to identify your hard drives without voiding the warranty or causing a fire?

My first thought would be Electrical tape, but that stuff is hard write on.

 

[corkyg]

I use Avery removable labels trimmed and placed so as not to block the little hole. They are easily removed and if you don't block the vent hole, you don't have a heat problem.

 

[Soundmanred]

I cut up the white parts of Priority Mail labels into 1/4" squares and write on them.

 

[Evadman]

My first thought would be Electrical tape, but that stuff is hard write on.

Use a silver sharpie.

 

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Well I think I'm ok with the labels. : )

The flash point of paper is 350 degrees C or 662 degrees F.

The ignition temperature of paper is 450 degrees C or 842 degrees F.

Source: The Handbook of Physical and Mechanical Testing of Paper and Paperboard - Volume 2 - Edited by Richard Mark

 

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I used some blue pianters tape with a black sharpie. Cut the tape in even strips. Put them on the SATA Cable Ends and Drives. Now I know where these go and what data should reside on them.