Compaq EXS Series, EX Series manual

6.Remove the bracket brace 1 from the top of the drive adapter by squeezing inward on both sides, then rotating the brace up and out.

7.Remove the drive bezel 2.

8.Remove the three screws 3 that secure the drive 4 to the drive adapter.

9.Lift the drive out of the drive adapter.

10.Remove the guide screws from the drive 5.

To replace the drive, reverse the previous procedures.

✎The primary 3.5-inch diskette drive should only be installed into bay 3. Bay 3 is the bottom bay in the minitower.

When replacing the drive, use the existing screws.

Metric screws (M3) have a black finish while U.S. screws (#6) have a silver finish.

Diskette drives use black metric screws. The drive adapters use silver U.S. screws.

CAUTION: When servicing the computer, ensure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer.

CAUTION: Use only 3/16-inch or 5-mm long screws as guide screws. Longer screws can damage the internal components of the drive.

Compaq Deskpro EX and Deskpro EXS Series of Personal Computers 4-15