Installing A New Drive - Compaq DESKPRO 2000 SERIES Maintenance & Service Manual

To replace the 5.25-inch wide drive bay device, complete the following steps:
1. Transfer the high hat screw from the old drive to the new one. The screw is installed on the right side
of the drive, in the middle.
2. Reverse the above procedures.

5.2.20.3 Installing a New Drive

When installing a new drive into the computer you should use either the high hat screw provided with
the option kit or the extra U.S. and metric screws stored in the front of the computer frame for this
purpose. Select the appropriate screws for the application.
Figure 5-95. Locating the Flanged Screws
Metric screws have a black finish while U.S. screws have a silver finish.
1. If you are installing a 3.5-inch drive into a 3.5-inch wide drive bay or a 5.25-inch drive into a 5.25-
inch wide drive bay, continue with step 2.
If you are installing a 3.5-inch drive into a 5.25-inch wide drive bay, skip to step 5.
5-106 Removal and Replacement Procedures