HP Dc5000 Hardware Reference Guide - HP Compaq Business Desktop dc5000 Microto - Page 24
Replacing a Drive, Only parallel advanced technology attachment PATA hard drives
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Hardware Upgrades Replacing a 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 Appendix F, "Electrostatic Discharge." ■ 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. le: ✎ Only parallel advanced technology attachment (PATA) hard drives can be installed on this computer. ✎ Make sure to back up the data on the old hard drive before removing it so that you can install the data onto the new hard drive. 2-14 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide