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Compaq Deskpro 1000 Series of Personal Computers 5-27
5.19.4 5.25-Inch Drive
Before installing a 5.25-inch drive into a bay that has never been used, remove the metal
breakaway plate covering the 5.25-inch bay. Bend the metal plate back and forth until it breaks
free of the chassis.
CAUTION:
When servicing this computer, ensure that the cables are placed in their proper locations
during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer.
1. Perform preparation procedures (Section 5.4).
2. Remove the system unit cover (Section 5.5).
3. Remove the front bezel (Section 5.13).
4. Remove the drive cage (Section 5.19.2).
5. Insert the drive into the 5.25-inch bay from the front and secure it with two screws (four total)
on each side of the drive.
6. Connect the cables to the rear of the 5.25-inch drive and the system board.
7. Reinstall the 3.5-inch drive cage and reconnect the drive cables.
Figure 5-23.
Removing a 5.25-Inch Drive
To remove the 5.25-inch device, reverse the previous procedure.