Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive | Lenovo L330

5.Hold the new card with the metal contact facing upward and going into the slot first. Then, insert the card firmly into the slot until you hear a click.

6.Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 61.

7.Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables.

Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive

Before you start, print these instructions.

Attention: The hard disk drive or solid-state drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data. Observe the following guidelines:

•Replace the hard disk drive or solid-state drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and slot of the hard disk drive or solid-state drive are not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping.

•Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on a material, such as soft cloth, that absorbs any physical shocks.

•Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive.

•Do not touch the connector.

•Before removing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive, make a backup copy of all the information on it, and then turn the computer off.

•Never remove the drive while the computer is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.

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Lenovo L330 manual Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive

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User Guide Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Second Edition January Copyright Lenovo 2012 Contents Advanced configuration Iii Iv User Guide Read this first Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generatesPrevent your computer from getting wet Protect the cables from being damaged Important safety information Protect your computer and data when moving itHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefully Safety guidelines Service and upgradesConditions that require immediate action Vii Power cords and power adapters Plugs and outlets Power supply statementExtension cords and related devices External devices General battery noticeRechargeable battery notice Lithium coin cell battery notice Heat and product ventilation Electrical current safety information Using headphones or earphones Additional safety informationLiquid crystal display LCD notice Remove all cables from devices Do not connect phone line while using tablet mode Front view Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsProduct overview System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logo Power buttonBuilt-in microphones Integrated camera Combo audio jack Always On USB connectorRight-side view Video graphics array VGA connector Ac power connectorLeft-side view Hdmi port Ethernet connector USB 3.0 connectorsBottom view Fan louvers left Status indicators System status indicators Power status indicator Indicators on the screen Caps Lock indicatorWireless status indicator Locating important product information FCC ID and IC Certification number label Features Certificate of Authenticity label Specifications Lenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating systemOperating environment Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Accessing Lenovo programs from Control PanelProgram Icon name An introduction to Lenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating systemAccess Connections Client Security Solution Lenovo SettingsLenovo Mobile Access Lenovo Solution Center Password Manager Power ManagerRecovery Media OneKey Recovery Pro Registering your computer Using your computerFrequently asked questions Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? Need to attach or replace a device? Select Config Keyboard/Mouse Change to F1-F12 keys Volume and mute keysSpecial keys and buttons Click the ThinkPad F1-F12 keys tab Speaker mute F1 Speaker volume down F2 Speaker volume up F3 Switching the display output location F6Wireless radio control key F9 Microphone mute F4 Using the UltraNav pointing device Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceMultimedia controls Windows key Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device Changing the cap Customizing the touch pad Using the touch padUsing the multi-touch touch pad Power management Checking the battery statusAdding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area Disabling the TrackPoint or the touch pad Using the ac power adapter Charging the batteryConnecting the ac power adapter Tips on using the ac power adapter Power-saving modes Maximizing the battery lifeManaging the battery power Handling the battery Wireless offClick Administrative Tools Click the Global Power Settings tab User Guide Connecting to the network Wireless connectionsWireless LAN Ethernet connections Establishing a wireless connection Tips for using the wireless LAN featureWireless WAN Tips for using the wireless WAN feature Using Bluetooth Wireless network setupSending data to a Bluetooth-enabled device Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Access Connections status icon Checking the wireless network connection statusAccess Connections gauge Using a projector or an external display Changing display settingsEnabling or disabling the wireless features Access Connections wireless status icon Connecting a projector or an external monitor Attaching an external monitor Using dual displays Using the Extend desktop functionConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Considerations for attaching an external monitor Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Using audio featuresSwitching the Graphics Processing Unit Select Extend these displays in Multiple Displays Configuring camera settings Using the integrated cameraConfiguring for sound 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Using the OneKey Recovery Pro workspace Performing a recovery operationClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup Creating a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumUsing a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers Solving recovery problemsReinstalling preinstalled programs Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Recovery overview for Windows 8 models Refreshing your computer Recovery overview User Guide Static electricity prevention Replacing the batteryReplacing devices User Guide Replacing the SIM card Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive Replacing devices User Guide Before you start, print these instructions User Guide Replacing devices Before you start, print these instructions Replacing devices User Guide Replacing a memory module Replacing a memory module User Guide Replacing the keyboard User Guide Replacing devices Installing the keyboard Replacing devices Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices User Guide Before you begin Advanced configurationInstalling a new operating system Installing the Windows 7 operating system Select UEFI/Legacy BootInstalling the registry patches for Windows Country or region Code Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card reader Installing the Windows 8 operating systemInstalling device drivers Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Click Properties ThinkPad Setup Main menu Config menu Disabled DefaultMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Keyboard/Mouse Switchable Graphics PowerBattery Optimized Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Display Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Beep and Alarm Select Compatibility modeDate/Time menu Security menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Password Password at unattended Memory Protection Password at restartUefi Bios Update Option Port Access Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Virtualization Permanently Disabled Secure BootUser Mode Standard Mode Changing the startup sequence Boot submenuStartup menu Other items on the Startup menu Restart menu Updating your system Uefi Bios User Guide 101 Preventing problemsGeneral tips for preventing problems Getting the latest drivers using System Update Making sure device drivers are currentTaking care of your computer Getting the latest drivers from the Web site Be careful about where and how you work Be gentle with your computerCarry your computer properly Handle storage media and drives properly Cleaning the cover of your computer Take care in setting passwordsCleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer display Preventing problems User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Diagnosing problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops responding If you spill something on your computer Error messagesSpills on the keyboard Troubleshooting computer problems User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Problem Solution Beep errorsMemory module problems Solution Networking problemsEthernet problems Bluetooth problems Wireless LAN problemWireless WAN problem Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices UltraNav pointing device problemsKeyboard problems Click Keyboard Problems with the display and multimedia devices Computer screen problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Double-clickSound, video and game controllers Audio problemsClick Hardware and Sound Battery and power problems Battery problems An ac power adapter problem Power problems Sleep and hibernation problems Power button problemBoot problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problems Software problem Problems with ports and connectorsSolid-state drive problem USB problem User Guide Getting support Before you contact Lenovo Getting help and service Using diagnostic programsLenovo Support Web site Calling Lenovo Telephone numbers Purchasing additional servicesFinding ThinkPad options User Guide Wireless related 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