Replacing or Upgrading a Drive

The computer supports up to five drives that may be installed in various configurations.

This section describes the procedure for replacing or upgrading the storage drives. A Torx T-15 screwdriver is needed to remove and install the guide screws and retainer screws on a drive.

Locating Drive Positions

NOTE: The drive configuration shown below may be different than your computer model.

Figure 2-8Drive Positions

1External 5.25-inch half-height optical drive bay

2External 5.25-inch half-height option drive bay

3External 3.5-inch option drive bay (media card reader shown)1

4Internal 3.5-inch bay for optional secondary hard drive

5Internal 3.5-inch bay for primary hard drive

1The external 3.5" option drive bay accommodates a diskette drive or a media card reader.

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