3.5-inch hard drive
Removing the 3.5-inch hard drive
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the fan duct.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Disconnect the data and power cables from the connectors on the 3.5-inch hard-drive module.
2. Slide the 3.5-inch hard drive up to release the four (#6-32) grommet screws from its slot on the chassis.
3. Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive away from the chassis.
Installing the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
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Removing and installing components