3.5-Inch Storage Drive - Lenovo Legion Tower 5i User Manual

3. Remove the wire cover.
4. Perform the removal procedure in reverse to reinstall a new CRU.

3.5-inch storage drive

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.
Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and
permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines:
• Replace the internal storage drive only for upgrade or repair. The internal storage drive is not designed for
frequent changes or replacement.
• Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.
• Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might get
damaged.
• Do not apply pressure to the internal storage drive.
• Do not make the internal storage drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the internal storage
drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
Replacement procedure
1. Remove the power cord. See "Power cord" on page 24.
2. Remove the right side cover. See "Left side cover and right side cover" on page 24.
3. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the storage drive.
4. Press in on both sides of the storage drive bracket handle.
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