Add-On Devices

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

To replace the hard disk drive

You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.

1.Unplug the AC adapter if you’re using one, and remove the battery.

2.Turn the unit bottom side up.

3.Use a pointed tool to remove the plugs from the two screw holes, and then remove the two screws.

4.Gently pull the hard drive out of the computer.

 

5.

Gently slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Press firmly to make sure

 

 

the connector seats properly.

 

6.

Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs.

 

 

Important

If you are installing a new hard disk drive, you should create a Utility partition on the

 

drive before loading any software. See “To recover the factory installation of your hard

 

disk” on page 47.

 

 

 

To install the holder on a new hard disk drive or prepare a new hard disk for use, see “Replacing the Hard Disk Drive” in the Reference Guide on the Documentation Library CD included with your computer.

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Compaq PKX301T manual Replacing the Hard Disk Drive, To replace the hard disk drive