Appendix; Sata Drive Installation - Denon PRIME 2 User Manual

Appendix

SATA Drive Installation

To create more internal storage space on your PRIME 2 hardware, you can purchase a SATA (Serial ATA) drive and
install it yourself, but read this chapter first.
Your PRIME 2 can support nearly any standard 2.5" SATA drive on the market—either a solid-state drive (SSD) or
hard-disk drive (HDD). Make sure it uses a 2.5" (63.5 mm) form factor and uses (or can use) the exFAT or FAT32 file
systems.
Note: Alternatively, you could install an mSATA (mini-SATA) drive, but make sure you also purchase an adapter that
enables it to fit into a typical 2.5" SATA interface.
1. Make sure your PRIME 2 hardware is powered off.
2. Locate the SATA drive panel in the center of the bottom panel of your PRIME 2 hardware. Use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screws (don't lose them!), and remove the SATA drive panel.
3. Gently pull the SATA connector and cable out from inside your PRIME 2 hardware. Be careful not to disturb
anything inside—handle just the SATA connector and cable.
4. Connect your SATA drive to the SATA connector. Make sure the connection is secure.
5. Use four 3x5 mm mounting screws (included with PRIME 2 hardware or with your SATA drive) to secure the
SATA drive to the SATA drive panel. Do not overtighten the screws, but make sure the drive is secure and does
not shake.
6. Place the SATA drive panel back onto the bottom panel of your PRIME 2 hardware, and use the original screws
to secure it in place.
You can now access this drive while using your PRIME 2 hardware!
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