HP 9300, XZ837UT manual Replacing the Hard Drive, 18Removing the Center Panel

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Replacing the Hard Drive

The hard drive is located under the drive access panel on the left side of the computer (when viewed from behind). The drive is secured with one captive screw and is housed in a removable cage.

CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. For more information, refer to Electrostatic Discharge on page 36.

NOTE: Depending on your computer configuration, the hard drive may be a 2.5-inch drive or a 3.5- inch drive. The 2.5-inch drive is installed in a housing that is the same size as 3.5-inch drive. Therefore, either drive will fit into the existing hard drive cage.

To replace the hard drive:

1.Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.

2.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

3.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.

CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.

4.If a security lock is installed on the rear of the computer, remove the lock.

5.If the rear port security cover is installed, remove the cover.

6.Open the rear port access door.

7.Disconnect all cables from the rear ports.

8.Place the computer face down on a soft flat surface. HP recommends that you set down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the screen surface from scratches or other damage.

9.Remove the small center panel below the rear ports by pulling out the top of the panel (1) then lifting the panel off the computer (2).

Figure 2-18Removing the Center Panel

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Contents Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Reference Guide About This Book Iv About This Book Table of contents Index Overview Product Features1Front Components Front Components2Side Components Side Components3Rear Components Rear ComponentsKeyboard Features Remote Control Features4Keyboard Features Button Function 5Remote Control FeaturesRemote Control Features Adjusting the Height, Tilt, and Slope Adjusting the SwivelHardware Upgrades Connecting Power 3Closing the Rear Port Access Door Disconnecting PowerRemoving the Rear Port Security Cover Installing the Rear Port Security CoverDDR3-SDRAM SODIMMs Installing Memory1SODIMM Socket Locations Populating Sodimm SocketsInstalling Sodimms Enww 11Removing the Memory Access Panel 13Installing a Memory Module Hardware Upgrades 15Replacing the Memory Access Panel Enww 18Removing the Center Panel Replacing the Hard Drive20Releasing the Drive Access Panel Hardware Upgrades 22Loosening the Hard Drive Cage Screw 24Removing the Hard Drive from the Cage Hardware Upgrades 26Installing the Hard Drive Cage 28Replacing the Drive Access Panel Hardware Upgrades 30Replacing the Access Panel Screw Cover Plate Installing a Security Lock Synchronizing the Optional Wireless Keyboard or Mouse 2Mounting SpecificationsAttaching the Computer to a Mounting Fixture Enww Connecting the Computer to a Cable TV Source Enww Connecting a Second Display Enww Additional Information Grounding Methods Preventing Electrostatic DamageComputer Operating Guidelines and Routine Care Shipping Preparation Optical Drive PrecautionsIndex
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