Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive
Before You Begin
Observe the following requirements before removing and replacing a hard disk drive.
IMPORTANT: A hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to shock impact. Do not bang or drop it. Do not touch the circuit board. Static electricity can damage the drive.
WARNING:
zNever open the cover with the power cord attached or power applied. You may damage your computer or be injured from the spinning fan blades.
Tools Needed:
zFlathead screwdriver
zPhillips screwdriver
Flathead screwdrivers
A flathead screwdriver can be used with the screw seen in the following illustration.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components inside the computer. Discharge static electricity by touching the metal cage of the computer before touching any internal parts or electronic components.
zAvoid touching sharp edges inside the computer.
zBefore you open the computer, allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
IMPORTANT: Computer features may vary by model.
IMPORTANT: System board may vary.
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