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76 Removing and Installing Parts
Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
When connecting and disconnecting a serial ATA data cable, hold the cable by the black connector at each end.
The serial ATA interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on
one connector matches a tab or a filled-in hole on the other connector.
Hard Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the
Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
removing the cover.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as
a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.
NOTICE: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin
this procedure.
Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
Removing a Hard Drive
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61.
2
Press in on the blue tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out of the computer.