CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off the computer before removing the
hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on or in a
power management mode.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage
the drive.
Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
computer cover.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
the computer.
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical
outlets, and remove any installed battery.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or
by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
Turn the computer over. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the
M2.5 x 5-mm screw from the hard drive door, and place the screw in a
safe location.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective
antistatic packaging.
1
bottom of computer
2
M2.5 x 5-mm screw
3
hard drive door
Lift the hard drive door to release it, and slide the hard drive out of the
computer.
Save the original packaging to use when storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you force
the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the connector.
Slide the hard drive into the bay until it is fully seated.
Replace and tighten the M2.5 x 5-mm screw in the hard drive door.
Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your
computer.
Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for
your computer.
