Sony CECHL06 Safety And Support page 14

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Free the hard disk from the system.
1 Remove the blue screw with an appropriate crosshead screwdriver.
2 Pull the handle forward.
1
6
Remove the hard disk from the system.
Pull the handle further to remove the hard disk from the system.
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Removing / replacing the hard disk
2
Pull while sliding the handle to the left.
Be careful not to hurt yourself during this
operation.
Notices
The hard disk is a sensitive piece of equipment and should be handled with care at all times. To
help prevent software or data loss or corruption, or damage to the hard disk, carefully follow the
precautions listed below:
• Do not drop the system or hard disk, or subject them to physical shock or vibration.
• Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the system or hard disk.
• Do not touch the connectors or insert foreign objects into the connectors.
• Do not place the system or hard disk close to magnetic fields such as those produced by magnets
or loudspeakers. Also, do not place devices that may be sensitive to magnetic forces (such as a
wrist watch or a magnetic card) near the hard disk.
• Do not put heavy objects on the hard disk.
• When handling the hard disk hold it only by the edges or metal frame.
• The hard disk is sensitive to static electricity. Ensure that proper handling methods are used
when installing the hard disk.
• Store in a cool, dry location.
Replacing the hard disk
Caution
For safety reasons, be sure to turn off and unplug the system before attempting
to replace the hard disk.
When replacing the hard disk, follow the procedure below to remove the metal
frame.
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Using a crosshead screwdriver, remove the screws (4 places).