6.Reinstall the disk drive tray. Go to “Connecting a diskette drive” or “Connecting an IDE CD drive”.

Replacing the hard disk drive

To replace the hard disk drive, follow these steps.

1.Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 9.

2.Remove the disk drive tray. See “Accessing system board components and drives” on page 11.

3.Disconnect the signal and power cables from the existing hard disk drive and remove the drive. Do not disconnect the signal cable from the system board.

4.Install the new hard disk drive and connect the signal and power cables to the drive.

5.Reinstall the disk drive tray and connect the signal and power cables for the diskette and CD drives.

What to do next:

vTo work with another option, go to the appropriate section.

vTo complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 19.

Connecting an IDE CD drive

1.Locate the three-connector signal cable that came with your computer or with the new drive.

2.Locate the secondary IDE connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 12.

3.Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the secondary IDE connector on the system board.

4.Your computer has extra power connectors for additional drives. Connect a power connector to the drive.

5.If you have a CD-ROM drive audio cable, connect it to the drive and the system board. For the location of the CD audio connector, see “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 12.

What to do next:

vTo work with another option, go to the appropriate section.

vTo complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 19.

Connecting a diskette drive

1.Locate the three-connector signal cable that came with your computer or with the new drive.

2.Locate the diskette drive connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 12.

3.Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the diskette drive connector on the system board.

4.Your computer has extra power connectors for additional drives. Connect a power connector to the drive.

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IBM 8319, 6826, 8317, 8318 manual Replacing the hard disk drive, Connecting an IDE CD drive, Connecting a diskette drive

8318, 8317, 6826, 8319 specifications

The IBM 6826, 8318, 8319, and 8317 are part of IBM's storied history in producing innovative computing systems, particularly in the context of enterprise solutions. These models represent a significant evolution in technology, showcasing IBM's commitment to high-performance computing, reliability, and scalability.

The IBM 6826, often recognized for its role in the midrange marketplace, provided businesses with powerful processing capabilities at a relatively affordable price. It was engineered to handle various workloads, from basic transaction processing to more complex applications. One of its key features was its ability to support multiple users simultaneously, making it suitable for medium-sized businesses that required robust computing power without the cost of larger mainframe systems.

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The IBM 8319, a further enhancement, improved scalability and introduced cutting-edge technologies aimed at maximizing performance. This model allowed businesses to scale resources according to demand, making it particularly beneficial during peak operational periods. The 8319 was designed with built-in redundancy features, thereby minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operations—a vital aspect in today's fast-paced business ecosystem.

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