Gateway MX8711 - Pentium Dual Core 1.6 GHz, Reference Manual

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CHAPTER 8 : Upgrading Your Notebook
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Replacing the hard drive kit
If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace
your original drive with a higher-capacity drive.
To replace the hard drive kit:
1
Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using
the Gateway Recovery Center. For more information,
see
“Recovering pre-installed software and drivers” on
page 73 .
2
Back up any data you want to transfer to the new hard
drive. For more information, see “Backing up files” in
your online
User Guide .
3
Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static
electricity discharge” on page 86 .
4
Turn off your notebook.
5
Disconnect from the optional port replicator.
6
Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network
cable, if they are connected to the notebook.
7
Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the
notebook and remove any PC cards.
8
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up,
then remove the battery. For more information, see
“Changing the battery” on page 53 .
Tools
You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive kit.
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