PlayStation 98007 Safety Guide - Page 16

Additional information Removing / replacing the hard disk The following section explains how to remove and replace the hard disk. If your PS3™ system requires service, you will be asked to remove the hard disk under most circumstances. Caution • For safety reasons, be sure to turn off and unplug the system before attempting to remove or install the hard disk. • Remove the hard disk in a location out of the reach of small children to help prevent accidental swallowing of small parts such as the screws. • The inside of the system is hot directly after use. Allow time for the system to cool down before starting to remove the hard disk. • Be careful not to injure yourself when removing or handling the hard disk. • Be sure to reattach the HDD bay cover before turning the PS3™ system on. If the cover is not attached, it may cause heat to build up inside the system. Notices • All hard disks, including a PS3™ hard disk must be reformatted before use in a PS3™ system. However, reformatting may not occur if the original PS3™ hard disk is reinstalled onto the original PS3™ system that was provided with the PS3™ hard disk, and such PS3™ hard disk has not been previously reformatted. • The PS3™ system cannot execute any content stored on a hard disk of any other computer or operating system, including a PS3™ hard disk that has been reformatted. • It is recommended that you regularly back up data on the hard disk. If for any reason software or data loss or corruption occurs, it may not be possible to restore or repair the software or data. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not be liable for damage or injury related to software or data loss or corruption. • The PS3™ hard disk is intended for use with the PS3™ system, and it may not be possible to execute content stored on a PS3™ hard disk on any other operating system. • Improper removal or installation of a hard disk may cause damage to your PS3™ system or loss of data, and may void your PS3™ hardware warranty. SCEA shall not be liable for any resulting damages, including any damages to your hard disk. User assumes all risks and liabilities associated with using a replacement hard disk, including any incompatibility or interoperability problems with the PS3™ system. Services will not be provided on any non-PS3™ hard disks. • To help protect your personal information, be sure to clear passwords for all PLAYSTATION®Network accounts before submitting the PS3™ system for service. To clear a password, select "Sign In" under "Friends", and then from the screen that is displayed clear the "Save Password" checkbox. Note that if "Sign In Automatically (Auto Sign-In)" is set, the 16 Removing / replacing the hard disk icon for "Sign In" will no longer be displayed. In that case, you must first clear the auto sign-in option. To clear the auto sign-in option, select your icon under "Friends", press the button, and then select "Auto Sign-In Off" from the options menu. After the auto sign-in option is turned off, proceed with the password clearing process. • To help protect your personal information, also remove the hard disk as instructed prior to submitting. • To attach or remove screws, use an appropriate crosshead screwdriver. If the size does not match, the groove on the screw's head may be damaged. Removing the hard disk 1 Touch the power button on the system front for at least two seconds. The power indicator will turn solid red and the system will enter standby mode. 2 Turn off the system using the main power switch on the system rear. 3 Unplug the AC power cord and detach the other cables from the system. For safety reasons, remove the plug for the power cord from the electrical outlet, and then detach the other cables. 4 Remove the HDD bay cover on the system's left side. Use the space at the right edge of the HDD bay cover to pull it out from the system. If the cover is difficult to remove, gently insert a small screwdriver in the space and pry the cover off. Be careful not to damage the system or the cover when using a screwdriver.