Lenovo ThinkCentre 3231 User Manual page 30

Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay 2
This section provides instructions on how to install a drive in bay 1 or bay 2.
To install a drive in bay 1 or bay 2:
1. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 14.
2. Remove the front bezel. See "Removing and installing the front bezel" on page
3. If there is a metal static shield installed in the drive bay, remove the metal
4. If you are installing a drive with accessible media, such as an optical drive,
5. For a 5.25-inch drive, install the retainer that come with your drive on the side
Figure 13. Installing the retainer
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Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
"Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with
your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
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shield from the drive bay.
remove the plastic panel in the bezel for bay 1 or bay 2 by squeezing the plastic
tabs that secure the panel on the inside of the bezel.
Note: If you are installing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive, you must use a Universal
Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch. You can obtain this bracket from a local
computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center.
of the drive.
Note: For a 3.5-inch drive, install the retainer on the side of the Universal
Adapter Bracket.