Removing and Replacing the Primary 3.5-inch Internal SATA Hard Drive
NOTE:
Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so
that you can transfer the data to the new hard drive.
The preinstalled 3.5-inch hard drive is located under the power supply. To remove and replace the
hard drive:
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 48
2.
Remove the access panel (
Computer Access Panel on page 50
3.
Rotate the drive cage for internal drives to its upright position.
Figure 7-35
Rotating the Drive Cage Up
4.
Rotate the power supply to its upright position. The hard drive is located beneath the power
supply.
Figure 7-36
Raising the Power Supply
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