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Tools Needed
A Phillips screwdriver is needed to remove and replace the
hard drive.
A QuickRestore CD with installation instructions is provided
for configuring your computer after you install your
replacement hard drive.
The QuickRestore CD ships separately from the replacement
hard drive. If you did not receive a QuickRestore CD after
your initial call to service, call 1-800-984-9350.
Warranty Statement
Compaq provides these detailed instructions to ensure your
safety and to keep your PC from being damaged. Following
these instructions also ensures that your PC remains
warranted by Compaq.
Your replacement part is warranted for the longer of 90 days
from the date the part was delivered to you, or the original
One Year Limited Warranty that came with your Compaq
Presario.
Preparing Your Computer for Disassembly
Before beginning the removal and replacement procedure,
complete the following procedure:
1. Remove any diskette or compact discs (CDs) from the
computer.
2. Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices
connected to your computer (see Figure 1-2).
3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, and
then from the computer (see Figure 1-3).
4. Disconnect all peripheral device cables from the computer.
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