TIVO UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS (#31)
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Instructions for ONE DRIVE REPLACEMENT for
Series 2 DirecTV DVRs, TCD2X TiVo-branded Series TiVo DVRs and HR10-250
These instructions are available in COLOR at http://www.weaknees.com/upgrade_instructions.php
A FEW WORDS OF CAUTION:
Upgrading a TiVo presents a few physical hazards. As with most consumer electronics devices, components in the TiVo may still carry a
lethal charge, even after disconnecting from your power supply. Be aware of this while working inside your TiVo. Allow sufficient time for
discharging of components and avoid contact as much as possible with potential hazards. While we have done everything we can to provide
accurate, easy-to-follow instructions, we cannot be responsible for any damage done to your TiVo or to yourself as a result of your upgrade.
By opening your TiVo, you agree that neither Adberg Consulting nor any of its members or affiliates is responsible in any way for any harm
done. Please be VERY careful when upgrading. NEVER open the TiVo while the unit is plugged in and NEVER operate the TiVo if the lid is
not securely fastened.
PLEASE NOTE: Opening the TiVo
voids the warranty
THIS KIT INCLUDES:
1 T10 Torx L-Key
1 T15 Torx L-Key
1 Upgrade hard drive (not shown)
1 Set of upgrade instructions (not shown)
1.
OPEN THE TIVO
Unplug the power cord from your electrical outlet and wait five minutes for the
TiVo to discharge. Do not plug the TiVo back in until you are completely
finished. Be very careful of static electricity, which can destroy your TiVo’s
internal parts. You should not perform this upgrade on carpet.
Using the Torx T10 (smaller of the two) L-key included with your kit, unscrew
the four Torx screws on the back of your TiVo. The four screws are surrounded
by black or gray from the top of the TiVo’s case.
Once the four screws are removed, remove the lid. Place your palms on the top
side edges of the TiVo, toward the back and push toward the back of the TiVo
(this occasionally requires a bit of force). The cover should slide back and then
up. Remove the cover from the TiVo.
2.
DISCONNECT THE EXISTING DRIVE BAY
With the cover off and looking to the front-right of the TiVo, you will be able to
see (1) one hard drive (your drive may appear different from the one pictured),
(2) a gray IDE ribbon cable that runs from the greenish motherboard to the hard
drive, (3) a multi-colored (red, black, yellow) drive power cable that runs from
the power supply to the hard drive, and (4) two bracket screws that connect the
hard drive and its bracket to the TiVo.
