Operating Basics
Changing Slim Select Bay modules
This section explains how to change modules in the Slim Select Bay. The illustrations show replacement of the optical disk drive with the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor. Therefore, the text refers to those modules. However, the procedures are the same for any of the modules:
To avoid injury, do not put your hand into the Slim Select Bay slot.
The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension is preinstalled to support hot swapping under Windows. Refer to Chapter 1, Introduction for information on using this utility to change modules while the computer’s power is on.
Removing a module
Remove the optical disk drive as described below.
1.You can confirm that the disks are not operating with indicators. If all indicators are off, it means that no disks are operating currently.
2.Turn the computer upside down.
Wait for all disk indicators to go out before you turn over the computer and do not lay the computer down gently. Shock can damage the HDD or other components.
3.Remove the screw near the icon securing the Slim Select Bay.
4.Make sure the screw in the Slim Select Bay lock screw is set in the hole for the unlock position.
5.Slide the Slim Select Bay latch to the unlock position.
6.Grasp the optical disk drive and slide it out.
Lock screw
Slim Select Bay latch
Optical disk drive
Figure 4-4 Removing the optical disk drive
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