Replacing CRUs

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Replacing the storage drive

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive


  1. 1

    Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover.

  2. 2

    Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel.

  3. 3

    Remove the optical drive. For details, see Replacing the optical drive.

  4. 4

    Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. For details, see Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward.

  5. 5

    Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the 3.5-inch storage drive.

  6. 6

    Refer to the following to replace the 3.5-inch storage drive.

    • 3.5-inch primary storage drive


    1. 1 Removing the 3.5-inch primary storage drive
    2. 2 Installing the 3.5-inch primary storage drive
    • 3.5-inch secondary storage drive


    1. 1 Removing the 3.5-inch secondary storage drive
    2. 2 Installing the 3.5-inch secondary storage drive
  7. 7

    Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new 3.5-inch storage drive.

  8. 8

    Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement.

Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive


  1. 1

    Remove the storage converter with the 2.5-inch storage drive. See “Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive”.

  2. 2

    Replace the 2.5-inch storage drive in the storage converter.



    1. 1 Removing the 2.5-inch storage drive from the storage converter
    2. 2 Installing the 2.5-inch storage drive into the storage converter
  3. 3

    Reinstall the storage converter with the 2.5-inch storage drive. See “Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive”.