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Solving computer problems Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative, or by visiting IBM on the Web. Note: Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. Attention: Handling a hard disk drive: v Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. v Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive. v Do not touch the connector. The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk. Before removing the hard-disk drive, make a backup copy of all the information on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. Never remove the drive while the system is operating, in standby mode, or in hibernation mode. To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer upside down. 3. Remove the battery pack. 4. Remove the screw that secures the hard disk drive (1). 3-1 3-2 3-2 3-2 3-1 3-1 3-2 1 2 5. Remove the hard-disk drive by pulling the cover away from the computer (2). Chapter 2. Solving computer problems 31

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Replacing the hard disk drive
You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard
disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk
drive from your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative, or by visiting
IBM on the Web.
Note:
Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired.
The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for
frequent changes, or drive swapping.
Attention:
Handling a hard disk drive:
v
Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks.
v
Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive.
v
Do not touch the connector.
The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and
permanent loss of data on the hard disk. Before removing the hard-disk drive,
make a backup copy of all the information on the hard disk, and then turn
the computer off. Never remove the drive while the system is operating, in
standby mode, or in hibernation mode.
To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:
1.
Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from
the computer.
2.
Close the computer display, and turn the computer upside down.
3.
Remove the battery pack.
4.
Remove the screw that secures the hard disk drive
(1)
.
2
3-1
3-1
3-1
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
1
5.
Remove the hard-disk drive by pulling the cover away from the
computer
(2)
.
Solving computer problems
Chapter 2. Solving computer problems
31