Compaq d538 HP Compaq Business Desktop d500 Service Reference Guide, 5th Editi - Page 90
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Removal and Replacement Procedures- Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis 6.11.2 Hard Drive Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive: ■ If you are inserting or removing a hard drive, shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the computer. Do not remove a hard drive while the computer is on or in standby mode. ■ Before handling a drive, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive, avoid touching the connector. For more information about preventing electrostatic damage, refer to Chapter 5, "Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation," for more information ■ Handle a drive carefully; do not drop it. ■ Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive. ■ Avoid exposing a hard drive to liquids, temperature extremes, or products that have magnetic fields such as monitors or speakers. 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to unlock the lock (Section 6.2, "Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock"). 2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 6.1, "Preparation for Disassembly"). 3. Remove the computer access panel (Section 6.5, "Computer Access Panel"). 4. Remove the front bezel (Section 6.6, "Front Bezel"). 5. Disconnect the power 1 and data 2 cables from the back of the drive. 6-18 336492-005 Service Reference Guide, d500