N
otebook User Guide
3.6 Working with the Built-in HDD
Your notebook computer is equipped with a built-in large capacity 2.5 inch
IDE hard disk drive where you store or install your computer operating system
and all application software programs. You need to format the hard disk
before using. The internal hard disk is normally assigned as Drive (C:) after
formatting. Sometimes divided into two partitions, adding a Drive (D:). Since
your computer supports different hard disk capacities (80 GB or above), you
also need to set up the disk type first on your computer’s BIOS SETUP
program before formatting the disk drive. Your computer supports Auto-
detect hard disk type, so you do not need to set it manually. Your dealer should
already have done all of this for you. You can refer to
Chapter 6
on how to
run the BIOS SETUP program.
You can increase the system’s storage capacity by replacing the standard hard
disk drive with a drive of greater storage capacity.
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If you wish to replace your hard disk, contact your local dealer for more
information about this dealer-installable device.
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Always turn off your computer first before removing the hard disk drive.
Failure to do so will damage the computer and the hard disk. Avoid jarring
or moving the computer while the hard disk is still being accessed.
3.7 How to Access the Optical Drive
Your system ships with either a DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD
dual drive installed on the front of your notebook. You would normally use the
drive for installing operating system and software application programs.
To insert and remove a disc on the drive:
