Gateway GT5042j, Hardware Reference Manual

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5
Slide the drive release latch back to unlock the drive, then slide the drive
forward and out of the drive bay.
6
Slide the new drive into the drive bay.
7
Slide the drive release latch forward to lock the drive into place. You do
not need to replace the thumbscrew because it was originally installed for
shipping purposes.
8
Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 3 . If you are
installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
9
Replace the front bezel by following the instructions in “Replacing the
front bezel” on page 14 .
10
Replace the side panel by following the instructions in “Replacing the side
panel” on page 15 .
Adding or replacing the memory card reader
To replace the memory card reader:
1
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side
panel” on page 12 .
2
Remove the front bezel by following the instructions in “Removing the
front bezel” on page 14 .
3
If you are adding a memory card reader, go to Step 7 .
- OR -
If you are replacing a memory card reader, proceed to the next step.
4
Disconnect the memory card reader cables, noting their locations and
orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new
memory card reader.)