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To replace the storage drive, refer to one of the following topics:
• "Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the primary or secondary storage drive bay" on page 87
• "Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive in the primary or secondary storage drive bay" on page 87
• "Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the front-access storage enclosure" on page 89
• "Replacing the M.2 solid-state drive" on page 92
Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the primary or secondary storage drive bay
To replace the 3.5-inch storage drive in the primary or secondary storage drive bay, do the following:
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then,
disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the
computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 86.
3. Locate the 3.5-inch storage drive you want to replace. See "Computer components" on page 32.
4. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the 3.5-inch storage drive.
5. Remove the four screws that secure the 3.5-inch storage drive, and then slide the 3.5-inch storage
drive out of the chassis.
Figure 11. Removing the 3.5-inch storage drive
6. Slide the new 3.5-inch storage drive into the storage drive bay and align the four screw holes in the
storage drive with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, install the four screws to secure
the storage drive.
7. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the 3.5-inch storage drive.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 122.
Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive in the primary or secondary storage drive bay
To replace the 2.5-inch storage drive in the primary or secondary storage drive bay, do the following:
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then,
disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the
computer.
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