4 Replacement Procedures 4.14 HDD/SSD
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Installing the 1.8” HDD
To install the 1.8” HDD, follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-18.
1. Set four cushions to the 1.8” HDD.
2. Turn over the 1.8” HDD and connect the 1.8” HDD cable to the connector on the
1.8” HDD.
3. Turn the 1.8” HDD face up and set it into the guides of the slot.
CAUTION: There are two types of system board for 2.5” HDD and 1.8” HDD. When
connecting the 1.8” HDD to the system board for 2.5” HDD, the 1.8” HDD
shall be broken. Do not connect the 1.8” HDD to the system board for 2.5”
HDD.