Preparing Your Work Area - Gateway Computer Drive User Manual

Chapter 1: Preparing to Install Your Drive
To install a drive, follow these steps:
1
Remove drive software (if replacing a Zip or tape drive).
2
Remove the existing drive (if replacing a drive).
3
Install the new drive.
4
Install drive software (if installing a Zip or tape drive).

Preparing your work area

To prepare your work area:
1
Find a place that:
2
Obtain these additional items:
Important
2
Is clean. (Avoid dusty areas.)
Is a low-static environment. (Avoid carpeted areas.)
Has a stable platform on which to set your computer.
Is near a telephone in case you need help from Gateway Technical
Support. The telephone must be directly connected to a telephone jack
and cannot be connected to your computer.
A Phillips screwdriver.
A grounding wrist strap (available at most electronic stores).
A small container to hold hardware parts, such as screws, while you
are working.
The documentation that came with your computer.
If you do not have printed documentation, go to the
Gateway Web site (support.gateway.com) and print the
appropriate document before starting the installation
procedure.
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