HP D500 manual Upgrading the Primary Hard Drive

Adding System Memory and Upgrading the Internal Hard Drive

Upgrading the Primary Hard Drive

The primary hard drive is a 3.5-inch hard drive located on the right side of the personal computer, over the MultiBay.

1.Exit all software applications, shut down the operating system software, turn off the personal computer and any external devices, then disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.

2.Remove the access panel. Refer to “Removing and Replacing the Access Panel” on page 3-1.

Removing the Internal Hard Drive

3.Gently pull the release lever away from the hard drive.

4.Slide the drive toward the power supply, then lift the drive up and out of the personal computer.

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