Removing And Replacing A 3.5-Inch Hard Drive - HP ProDesk 600 G3 SFF Business PC Hardware Reference Manual

Removing and replacing a 3.5-inch hard drive

NOTE: Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that you
can transfer the data to the new hard drive.
1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.
3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, and turn off any external devices.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect any external devices.
IMPORTANT:
as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. To prevent damage to internal components, you must
disconnect the power cord from the power source before opening the computer.
5. If the computer is on a stand, remove the computer from the stand.
6. Remove the computer access panel.
7. Disconnect the data cable (1) and power cable (2) from the rear of the hard drive.
IMPORTANT:
damaging the cable.
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long
When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to avoid
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