Installing a Hard Drive
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the computer cover (see
Removing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Remove the existing hard drive, if applicable (see
Removing a Hard Drive
).
4.
Prepare the new hard drive for installation and check the documentation for the hard drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer.
5.
Verify that the hard drive bay is empty and unobstructed.
6.
Slide the hard drive into the hard drive bay until it clicks securely into place.
7.
Connect the power cable to the hard drive.
8.
Connect the hard drive data cable to the hard drive.
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTE:
If a hard drive bracket is installed inside of the hard drive bay, remove the bracket before you install the new hard drive.
NOTE:
If hard drive you are installing does not have the hard drive bracket attached, use your original hard drive bracket; snap the bracket onto
the new drive.
1
hard drive
2
hard drive bracket
1
hard drive
2
hard drive bay
NOTICE:
Ensure that all connectors are properly cabled and firmly seated.
