Bose 3-2-1GS Series II Service Manual page 50

DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
Re-assembly Note: Be sure to install the
DVD drawer eject pin into the manual eject
hole in the front of the drive before re-
installing the bezel assembly.
6. Hard Disc Drive Assembly Removal
(GSX consoles only)
6.1 Perform disassembly steps 5.1 to 5.4.
6.2 Unplug the hard disc drive ribbon cable
from the hard drive assembly. Make a note
of the pin 1 location as denoted by the red
stripe on the ribbon cable.
6.3 Lift the hard disc drive assembly out of
the console base. The hard disc drive as-
sembly includes the hard disc drive, the
thermal pad and the heat spreader plate.
6.4 Remove the ribbon cable from the hard
disc drive for re-use on the replacement
drive.
Re-assembly Note: When connecting the
ribbon cable to the new hard drive assembly,
take care that the red stripe aligns with pin 1
of the connector.
CAUTION: Handle the replacement hard
drive with care. Do not physically shock the
replacement hard drive assembly. Damage
to the drive could occur. Handle the new
hard disc drive by the sides of the frame
only. Do not put any pressure on the label or
drive boards or you will damage the drive.
7. Main PCB Assembly Removal
7.1 Perform procedure 5.
7.2 Lift up the front edge of the main PCB
assembly. Slide the PCB forward until the
jacks clear the back panel. Lift out the PCB
assembly.
Re-assembly Notes:
1. Make sure that the RF gasket is in place
on top of the Bose Link connector when re-
installing the PCB assembly.
2. When installing the main PCB, make sure
it is over the locating pin at the front of the
console.
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