Replacing Drives; Replacing The Hard Disc Drive With A 3.5-Inch Hard Disc Drive Or A Single 2.5-Inch Drive - HP Compaq Pro 6300 Hardware Reference Manual

Replacing Drives

Replacing the Hard Disc Drive with a 3.5-inch Hard Disc Drive or a
Single 2.5-inch Drive
The hard disc drive is located behind the access panel on the left side of the computer (when viewed
from behind). The drive is housed in a removable cage.
If you choose to install an optional 2.5-inch solid state drive (SSD) or self-encrypting drive (SED), you
will need a drive adapter. The drive adapter may be part of the drive kit, or you may need to purchase
it separately. It is recommended that you purchase a drive kit from HP that is designed to operate with
the computer.
1. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.
2. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
3.
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.
4. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
5.
Place the computer face down on a soft flat surface. HP recommends that you set down a blanket,
towel, or other soft cloth to protect the bezel and screen surface from scratches or other damage.
6.
Slide the access panel latches toward the edges of the chassis, then slide the access panel toward
the top of the computer until it slides off the chassis.
Figure 2-27
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as
Removing the Access Panel
Replacing Drives
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