Connecting a serial ATA hard disk drive
A serial hard disk drive can be connected to any available SATA connector.
1. Locate the signal cable that comes with the new drive.
2. Locate an available SATA 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 an available
SATA connector on the system board.
4. Locate one of the extra five-wire power connectors and connect it to the drive.
What to do next
v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the
cables” on page 25.
Installing security features
To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer, several
security lock options are available. In addition to physical locks, unauthorized use
of your computer can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard
until a correct password is typed in.
Make sure that any security cables you install do not interfere with other computer
cables.