Lenovo Q180 manual Replacing the hard disk drive, To replace the hard disk drive

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Step 6. Remove the computer cover as shown.

Replacing the hard disk drive

Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover.

Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.

To replace the hard disk drive

Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.

Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.

Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors.

Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.

Step 5. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the motherboard.

Step 6. Lift up the back of the hard disk drive and pull it out as shown.

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Contents IdeaCentre Q180 Hardware Maintenance Manual Page IdeaCentre Q180 Hardware Maintenance Manual Page Contents Iv IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Important Safety Information About this manualIdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual General safety Safety informationElectrical safety IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety inspection guide Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devicesSafety notices Grounding requirementsDo not To Connect To Disconnect≥18 kg37 lbs ≥32 kg70.5 lbs ≥55 kg121.2 lbs Type IdeaCentre Q180 SpecificationsGeneral information EnvironmentIdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual General Checkout IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Viewing and changing settings Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Using passwordsSetting, changing, or deleting an Administrator password Administrator PasswordSetting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Enabling or disabling a device Select Save changes and Exit from the menuSelecting a temporary startup device Exiting the Setup Utility programSelecting a startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequenceUsing the Setup Utility IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Power Supply Problems Symptom-to-FRU IndexHard disk drive boot error Error FRU/ActionUndetermined problems Post error codesPost Error Message Description/Action Locations Locating components, controls and connectorsFront view Rear view Hardware components Identifying parts on the motherboard Replacing hardware Pre-disassembly instructionsGeneral information Replacing the optical drive To replace the optical driveRemoving the computer cover To remove the computer coverReplacing the hard disk drive To replace the hard disk driveReplacing a memory module To replace a memory moduleReplacing the Wlan card Removing the power buttonTo remove the power button To replace the Wlan cardReplacing the CPU heatsink and system fan To replace the CPU heatsink and system fanReplacing the motherboard To replace the motherboardReplacing the keyboard and mouse To replace the keyboard and mouseItem # FRUs FRU listsComputer Cover Q180 TOP case module 110200358 Memory module Hard disk drivesWlan card MotherboardChassis Power buttonSystem fan and heatsink Advanced configuration and power interface Acpi Bios Additional Service InformationPower management Automatic Power-On features