Removing A Drive From A Drive Bay - HP dc7900 - Convertible Minitower PC Hardware Reference Manual

Removing a Drive from a Drive Bay

CAUTION:
computer.
1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2. Remove all removable media, such as diskettes or compact discs, from the computer.
3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.
CAUTION:
long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to
avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.
5. Remove the computer access panel.
6. Disconnect the drive cables, as indicated in the following illustrations:
CAUTION:
damaging the cable.
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If you are removing an optical drive, disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from
the back of the drive.
Figure 2-16
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All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as
When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to avoid
Disconnecting the Optical Drive Cables
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