Changing From Minitower To Desktop - HP Compaq dc7100 DT Reference Manual

6.24 Changing from Minitower to Desktop

1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to unlock it.
2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 6.1).
3. Remove the computer access panel (Section 6.5).
4. Remove the front bezel (Section 6.6).
5. Disconnect all power and data cables from the back of the drives in the 5.25-inch drive bays.
6. To release the drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, lift the release tab on the green latch drive
bracket for the drive. While lifting the release tab, slide the drive from its drive bay. Repeat
this step for each 5.25-inch drive.
Service Reference Guide, dc7100
Removal and Replacement Procedures - Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis
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