Acer ExtensaTM 670 Laptop User Manual


 
Using Disk Drives
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Hard Disk Drive Guidelines
If you format the hard disk drive, all data on the
hard disk drive will be erased.
Do not move the computer when the Disk Media
indicator is on. Press the 0V Suspend hot key
(Fn+F2) to suspend the computer or turn off the
computer before moving it.
If the HARD DISK TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is
enabled and expires, the hard disk drive will
spin down to save power.
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Caution: If the hard disk drive is damaged,
you can lose data. To reduce the impact of
data loss, back up data frequently.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive
You can remove your hard disk drive for safe
keeping away from your computer or to swap
drives with other 670 series computers. The
following steps show you how to remove and
install your hard disk drive. You may also
purchase upgrades to your current hard disk
drive by contacting Texas Instruments.
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Caution: Turn off the computer and
disconnect all source of power before removing
or installing a hard disk drive.