Replacing the Hard Drive

Replacing the Hard Drive

For information on recovering the contents of your old hard drive, refer to “HP Brio Assist CD-ROM” on page 43.

WARNING For your safety, disconnect the power cord and all external cables.

1Switch off the PC and remove the PC’s main cover. Refer to page 49.

2Lay the PC on its side.

3Remove the power supply unit to gain better access to the inside of the PC (refer to page 51).

4Loosen the two thumb screws that hold the hard drive in place.

Caution Take care when handling the hard drive. A small drop can damage it.

5Press firmly downwards on the hard drive and tilt it away from the hard drive tray until it can be lifted out. Hold the drive tray firmly so as not to drop it.

6Remove the hard drive’s data and power cables.

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