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Removing and replacing components
Hard disk drive
The factory-installed hard disk drive (HDD) is formatted and loaded with all
Fiery X3eTY software, including operating software, system software, network drivers,
and printer fonts. Because the HDD is used to store spooled print jobs, available disk
space is displayed on the control panel.
If the HDD is replaced, you must install the system software on the new HDD. If you
are replacing the HDD, you need:
• The appropriate system software on CD
• The latest version of user software (for networked computers that will be printing to
the Fiery X3eTY)
Before you replace the HDD, if possible, print the following from the Functions menu:
• Configuration page—records the customer’s current Setup configuration (custom
settings will be lost when you install system software).
• Font List—details what fonts are resident on the Fiery X3eTY. Along with the fonts
that are provided on the System Software CD, the customer may have installed
additional fonts that will be deleted when system software is installed.
For information about installing system software see page 39.
Proper handling
Handle the HDD with care:
• Use proper ESD practices when grounding yourself and the Fiery X3eTY.
• Keep magnets and magnetic-sensitive objects away from the HDD.
• Do not remove the screws on top of the HDD. Loosening these screws voids
the warranty.
• Never drop, jar, or bump the HDD.
• Handle the HDD by its sides and avoid touching the printed circuit board.
• Allow the HDD to reach room temperature before installation.
HDD problems may be a result of the following:
• Loose or faulty connection
• Faulty HDD
Before you decide that the HDD must be replaced, make sure that the connectors on the
HDD and on the motherboard are intact, aligned properly, and firmly connected. If the
pins are bent, gently straighten them with a pair of needlenose pliers.
