10. Chances are that your computer may already have an IDE cable with a spare connector. |
If so, you may skip to step 14. If not, please proceed to step 11. |
11. It is now time to replace your computer’s original IDE ribbon cable with the three con- |
nector |
are keyed in such a way that it is impossible to install this cable incorrectly. However, |
this may not be the case in your computer. CSEL will not work with the supplied cables. |
12. To ensure that the cable is correctly connected, make sure that the colored wire and the |
Pin 1 arrow are lined up with Pin 1 of the IDE controller or the IDE connector on the |
motherboard and drive connectors. Also, make sure that the cable connector is proper- |
ly aligned with the mating connector before you apply pressure to seat the connector. |
4-pin power cable
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13. Connect one end of the new ribbon cable to your computer's IDE controller or the IDE |
connector on the motherboard. Connect the middle connector or the other end to your |
existing |
some pressure to completely secure them in place. |
14. Connect the IDE ribbon cable (either the end or the middle connector) to your new |
drive. Please note that your drive has an arrow on the right side of the IDE connector |
(see illustration below). This arrow should point to the red line on the IDE cable. Your |
drive is designed to accept the IDE ribbon only at its correct orientation. Do not force |
the ribbon in if you feel it does not fit the slot. Refer back to step 10 and repeat the |
process described. |
Color Mark
IDE cable
17.Carefully slide your new drive into the bay. Locate the screw holes on the drive and match them against the screw holes in the chassis. Insert all 4, 3mm mounting screws from the sides and tighten them. Be careful not to drop any of the screws inside the computer. Do not over tighten screws; this may cause drive mechanism to jam or the screw to break off.
18.Visually inspect your computer and make sure that you have not pulled any other cables loose, that no cables may be pinched when the case is
19.Put the cover of your computer back on its chassis and fasten it properly.
15.Make sure the connector attached to your existing
16.Locate one of the available DC power connectors inside your computer. Power connectors are usually
20. Reconnect the computer to the AC outlet and power it up.
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