Replacing A Drive - HP PV738AA Hardware Reference Manual

Hardware Upgrades

Replacing a Drive

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CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive:
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If you are inserting or removing a hard drive, shut down the operating
system properly, then turn off the computer. Do not remove a hard
drive while the computer is on or in standby mode.
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Before handling a drive, ensure that you are discharged of static
electricity. While handling a drive, avoid touching the connector. For
more information about preventing electrostatic damage, refer to
Appendix D, "Electrostatic Discharge."
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Handle a drive carefully; do not drop it.
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Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive.
■ Avoid exposing a hard drive to liquids, temperature extremes, or
products that have magnetic fields such as monitors or speakers.
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Only a serial advanced technology attachment (SATA) hard drive can
be installed on this computer. If you are installing a hard drive in your
computer for the first time, refer to
Drive" on page 2-25
Make sure to back up the data on the old hard drive before removing
it so that you can install the data onto the new hard drive.
www.hp.com
"Configuring the SATA Hard
for information.
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