Asus X58L User Manual - Page 43

Hard Disk Drive, Removing the hard disk drive, Hard Disk Drive Compartment

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4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most delicate component and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped. 3 Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. 1 Visit an authorized service center or retailer for 6 2 information on hard disk drive upgrades for your 5 Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure 4 maximum compatibility and reliability. 3 WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the hard disk cover. Removing the hard disk drive: Installing the hard disk drive: 43

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Using the Notebook PC
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Removing the hard disk drive:
Installing the hard disk drive:
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Hard Disk Drive Compartment
The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment.
Visit an authorized service center or retailer for
information on hard disk drive upgrades for your
Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from
authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure
maximum compatibility and reliability.
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Hard Disk Drive
Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than
floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard
disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting
Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. When replacing
or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this
Notebook PC.
IMPORTANT!
Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive.
Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it away from static electricity and strong
vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most delicate component and will likely
be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped.
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected
peripherals, any telephone or telecom-
munication lines and power connector
(such as external power supply, battery
pack, etc.) before removing the hard
disk cover.