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7. Remove the blank drive bezel from the inside of the front
bezel, if necessary.
8. Replace the front bezel and side panel.
9. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. Refer to Chapter 8,
“Using Compaq Utilities,” for more information.
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If you have installed a second diskette drive (B:), you will
need to reconfigure the computer, using Computer Setup,
to recognize the B: drive. Choose the Storage option,
under Built-in Devices, to reconfigure the drive.
10. If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer
Setup to relock the lock.
Removing a Drive
from the Drive Cage
To remove a drive from the drive cage, complete the following
steps:
1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer
Setup to unlock the lock.
For more information about Computer Setup, refer to
Chapter 8, “Using Compaq Utilities.”
2. Turn off the computer, disconnect the power cord from the
electrical outlet, and remove the side panel and front bezel.
3. Remove the two screws securing the drive to the drive
cage.
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If removing the standard diskette drive, you must remove
the plastic power switch holder to access the front screws
securing the drive to the drive cage. To remove the switch
holder, grasp the tab in the center of the holder and slide
the holder up and out.
4. Disconnect the drive power and signal cables and, if it is a
CD-ROM drive or PD-CD Drive, disconnect the audio
connector.
5. Remove the drive from the drive cage and store in antistatic
packaging.
