Changing Slim Select Bay Modules - Toshiba TE2300 User Manual

Changing Slim Select Bay modules

This section explains how to change modules in the Slim Select Bay.
The illustrations show replacement of the DVD-ROM drive with the Slim
Select Bay HDD adaptor. Therefore, the text refers to those modules.
However, the procedures are the same for any of the other modules:
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, DVD Multi drive, Slim Select Bay 2nd battery
pack.
1. To avoid injury, do not put your hand into the Slim Select Bay slot.
2. Before removing or inserting a second battery pack, turn off the
computer's power.
The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension is preinstalled to support hot swapping
under Windows. Refer to Chapter 1, Introduction, for information on using
this utility to change modules while the computer's power is on.
Removing a module
Remove the DVD-ROM drive as described below.
1. Check all disk indicators to make sure no disks are operating.
2. Turn the computer upside down.
Wait for all disc indicators to go out before you turn over the computer
and be careful to lay the computer down gently. Shock can damage the
HDD or other components.
3. Be sure the screw near the icon securing the Slim Select Bay.
4. Make sure the screw in the Slim Select Bay lock is set in the hole for
5. Slide the Slim Select Bay latch to the unlock position.
6. Graps the DVD-ROM drive and Slide it out.
The DVD-ROM drive and other Slim Select Bay modules can become hot
with use. Be careful when removing the module.
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