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Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive
Refer to the drive's manual(s) to see if you must set jumpers or if there is a special installation procedure to follow.
Note
Installing the Drive
1 Remove the computer's cover (refer to
2 Install the new hard disk drive in the computer. Refer to
what the possible locations for the new drive are.
If the location of the storage device is in one of the small storage device mounting bays (below the 3.5-inch floppy
drive) at the front of the computer, you must pull out the system board from the back of the computer by about 6 cm.
This permits access to the mounting chassis for these storage devices.
3 Secure the drive to the computer using the four screws provided with the drive. Two screws must be inserted in each
side of the drive. Using screws other than those provided may cause damage to the device.
4 Connect the power and data cables to the rear of the drive. The power connector is shaped to fit one way only. Refer
to the drive's manual(s) for the orientation of the data connector. Use the free connector on the hard disk drive data
cable. Refer to
5 If the system board drawer was pulled out, slide it back into the computer chassis.
6 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover and reconnecting the power cords and any telecommunications
cables.
If your new hard disk drive already has a mounting tray attached, you must remove it before you can install the drive
in your computer.
"System Board Connectors" on page 57
"Removing the Cover" on page
"Upgrades and Accessories You Can Install" on page 35
for an illustration of the cables and connectors.
3 Upgrading and Adding Accessories
37).
Adding Accessories
to see
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