Drive Cage - Compaq AP400 Maintenance And Service Manual

3-22 Removal and Replacement Procedures
NOTE:
drive to the new one. Make sure the guide screw is placed in the first hole on the right side of the
drive. Extra guide screws are provided on the front of the chassis.

Drive Cage

To remove the drive cage:
1. Perform the service preparations described on page 3-2.
2. Remove the following components:
workstation cover
front bezel
power and signal cables connected to drives in drive cage
any 5.25-inch drive
NOTE: Remove the retaining screws before extending the drive cage from the chassis.
Depending on your model, you may have 3 or 4 retaining screws.
3. Rotate the drive cage down at a 45-degree angle and pull it out of the chassis.
Figure 3-23. Removing the drive cage
To replace the drive cage and reassemble the workstation, reverse the above steps.
CAUTION: When servicing the workstation, make sure cables are placed in their
proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can
damage the computer.
CAUTION: Do not route cables near the intake of the power supply. Cables
routed in this manner may block airflow to the power supply, causing it to
overheat.
If you are replacing the drive with a new one, transfer the guide screw from the old