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... a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw on the back panel that enables you begin Observe the following requirements before touching any media or storage devices such as CDs, DVDs, and USB. 2. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Computer features may vary by model. You might... damage your operating system. 3. Keep fingers and tools clear of the computer before removing and replacing the hard disk drive. Do not bang or drop it. Remove screws over a surface that secures the panel to the computer. 2 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model. 15...
... a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw on the back panel that enables you begin Observe the following requirements before touching any media or storage devices such as CDs, DVDs, and USB. 2. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Computer features may vary by model. You might... damage your operating system. 3. Keep fingers and tools clear of the computer before removing and replacing the hard disk drive. Do not bang or drop it. Remove screws over a surface that secures the panel to the computer. 2 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model. 15...
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Remove the two screws holding the retaining bar in place. 6. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 3 5. The inside of the computer, and then pull the side panel away from the computer. Features may vary by model. Lift the three tabs on a flat surface. 9. Open the front bezel, and then remove it . Lay the computer on the front bezel to release it from the computer. 7. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer is exposed. 8.
Remove the two screws holding the retaining bar in place. 6. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 3 5. The inside of the computer, and then pull the side panel away from the computer. Features may vary by model. Lift the three tabs on a flat surface. 9. Open the front bezel, and then remove it . Lay the computer on the front bezel to release it from the computer. 7. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer is exposed. 8.
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... the computer (2). 12. Using a screwdriver, push the lever marked "1" on the base of the right side of the hard drive cage by model. Remove the three screws that attach the hard disk drive cage to the computer. 4 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by the motherboard. 11. 10. Lift the retaining bar... at the front of the computer (1), and then remove it from the back of the computer (2). NOTE: Some models may have only two screws attaching the hard disk drive cage to the computer. 13.
... the computer (2). 12. Using a screwdriver, push the lever marked "1" on the base of the right side of the hard drive cage by model. Remove the three screws that attach the hard disk drive cage to the computer. 4 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by the motherboard. 11. 10. Lift the retaining bar... at the front of the computer (1), and then remove it from the back of the computer (2). NOTE: Some models may have only two screws attaching the hard disk drive cage to the computer. 13.
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... or exceeds the specifications of the cage. 2. Slide the hard disk drive out of the original part. 1. To remove the hard disk drive from the end of manufacturer or model differences; Install the four screws that secure the hard disk drive to the cage. Features may have a latch that is pressed to ...the cage. NOTE: Keep the four screws available as the handle. Disconnect the two cables from the cage, remove two screws on the metal tabs located inside the cage. 16. The hard drive rests on each side of the cage as they will be used in...
... or exceeds the specifications of the cage. 2. Slide the hard disk drive out of the original part. 1. To remove the hard disk drive from the end of manufacturer or model differences; Install the four screws that secure the hard disk drive to the cage. Features may have a latch that is pressed to ...the cage. NOTE: Keep the four screws available as the handle. Disconnect the two cables from the cage, remove two screws on the metal tabs located inside the cage. 16. The hard drive rests on each side of the cage as they will be used in...
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Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, secure the hard disk drive cage in place. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model. Once the cage is set on the slots (1), press down into the bay, aligning the tabs on the bottom of the cage with the slots on the chassis. 6. Set the hard drive cage down and slide the cage toward the bottom of the hard disk drive. 5. 3. Reattach the cables to the bottom end of the computer until it stops (2), ensuring that the three screw holes are aligned. 4.
Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, secure the hard disk drive cage in place. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model. Once the cage is set on the slots (1), press down into the bay, aligning the tabs on the bottom of the cage with the slots on the chassis. 6. Set the hard drive cage down and slide the cage toward the bottom of the hard disk drive. 5. 3. Reattach the cables to the bottom end of the computer until it stops (2), ensuring that the three screw holes are aligned. 4.
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...then slide it locks in the back of the computer (1), and then align the screw holes at the front of the computer. 9. Place the computer in place. 11. Features may vary by... model. Insert the two screws, securing the retaining bar in an upright position. NOTE: Make sure the panel is flush with ... 8. Install the side panel on the computer, and then close securely. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 7 Failure to do so might cause the panel to bend slightly outward and not close the bezel door ...
...then slide it locks in the back of the computer (1), and then align the screw holes at the front of the computer. 9. Place the computer in place. 11. Features may vary by... model. Insert the two screws, securing the retaining bar in an upright position. NOTE: Make sure the panel is flush with ... 8. Install the side panel on the computer, and then close securely. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 7 Failure to do so might cause the panel to bend slightly outward and not close the bezel door ...
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Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to turn on the computer. 13. To install the operating system, refer to the instructions included with your hard disk drive was shipped without an operating system installed, you backed up. 8 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model. 12. Plug the power cord and... system has been installed, you will need to reinstall it using the system recovery discs. NOTE: If your system recovery discs, or available from the HP support site (www.hp.com/support).
Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to turn on the computer. 13. To install the operating system, refer to the instructions included with your hard disk drive was shipped without an operating system installed, you backed up. 8 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model. 12. Plug the power cord and... system has been installed, you will need to reinstall it using the system recovery discs. NOTE: If your system recovery discs, or available from the HP support site (www.hp.com/support).
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... or be injured by the spinning the fan blades. WARNING! Do not bang or drop it. 4. Remove screws over a surface that secures the side panel to the computer. Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive 9 WARNING! Discharge static electricity by disconnecting the power cord and all programs, and then shut down your operating...
... or be injured by the spinning the fan blades. WARNING! Do not bang or drop it. 4. Remove screws over a surface that secures the side panel to the computer. Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive 9 WARNING! Discharge static electricity by disconnecting the power cord and all programs, and then shut down your operating...
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Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. 10. Install the side panel on the computer. Features may vary by model. NOTE: Make sure the panel is flush with the computer. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. Failure to do so might cause the panel to turn on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. 9. 7. Press the power button to bend slightly outward and not close securely. 8. Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive 13
Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. 10. Install the side panel on the computer. Features may vary by model. NOTE: Make sure the panel is flush with the computer. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. Failure to do so might cause the panel to turn on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. 9. 7. Press the power button to bend slightly outward and not close securely. 8. Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive 13