Storage drive

Prerequisite

Before you start, read Important safety information and print the following instructions.

Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines:

  • Replace the internal storage drive only for upgrade or repair. The internal storage drive is not designed for frequent changes or replacement.

  • Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.

  • Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might get damaged.

  • Do not apply pressure to the internal storage drive.

  • Do not make the internal storage drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the internal storage drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.

Replacement procedure

  1. Remove the computer cover. See Computer cover.

  2. Remove the bottom cover. See Bottom cover.

  3. Disconnect the storage drive cable from the storage drive.


    Disconnect the storage drive cable

  4. Remove the storage drive.
    Remove the storage drive and the bracket

  5. Remove the storage drive from the bracket.
    Remove the storage drive the bracket

  6. Install the new storage drive into the bracket.
    Install the new storage drive into the bracket

  7. Install the storage drive and the bracket.
    Install the storage drive and the bracket

  8. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new storage drive.

  9. Reinstall all removed parts. Then, reconnect the ac power adapter and all disconnected cables to the computer.

Parent topic: Replace a CRU


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