Removing A Hard Drive - HP EliteDesk 705 G3 Hardware Reference Manual

Removing a hard drive

NOTE: Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that you
can transfer the data to the new hard drive.
1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.
3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, and turn off any external devices.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect any external devices.
IMPORTANT:
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 data cable (1) and power cable (2) from the rear of the hard drive.
7. Pull the green latch next to the drive outward (1) and slide the drive out of the bay (2).
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long
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