Hard disk drive track density is increased by selectively increasing the stiffness of a fluid dynamic bearing (FDB) motor during servo write. Applying a load to the shaft of a fixed shaft FDB motor to close the bearing gaps increases stiffness. Alternatively, the disk drive is cooled to increase bearing fluid viscosity or the motor is operated at an increased rotational velocity.

 
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