Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive - IBM Thinkpad TransNote Service And Troubleshooting Manual

Upgrading the hard disk drive

Upgrading the hard disk drive

You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard
disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk
drive from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.
Note: Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired.
To upgrade the hard disk drive, do as follows:
v Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on
v Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive.
v Do not touch the connector.
The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and
permanent loss of data. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup
copy of all the information on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off.
Never remove the drive while the system is operating, in standby mode, or in
hibernation mode.
1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from
2. Remove the battery.
3. Open the PC Card slot cover (1); then loosen the screws on both sides of
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The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for
frequent changes, or drive swapping.
Attention
a material, such as soft cloth, that absorb the physical shock.
the computer.
the PC Card slot (2).
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