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CHAPTER 4: HARD DRIVE
Disconnect the interposer from the hard drive.8.
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Replacing the Hard Drive
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.
Remove the new drive from its packaging. 2.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
CAUTION: Use rm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If
you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.
Connect the interposer to the hard drive.3.
Place the hard drive in the hard-drive bracket.4.
Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard-drive bracket.5.
Place the hard-drive assembly in the hard-drive bay.6.
Align and tighten the four captive screws that secure the hard-drive 7.
assembly to the hard-drive bay.
Replace the compartment door (see “Replacing the Compartment Door” on 8.
page 14).
Replace the battery pack (see “Replacing the Battery Pack” on page 9. 11).
CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and
ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do
so may result in damage to the computer.
Install the operating system for your computer, as needed.10.
Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed.11.