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7. Press the blue tabs on each side of the hard-drive bracket toward each other and slide the drive up and out of the hard-drive carrier.
8. Set the drive and carrier aside in a secure location.
9. Ensure that all connectors are properly cabled and firmly seated.
10. If you are not installing another drive in the drive bay, install a drive panel insert (see Replacing a Drive- Panel Insert).
11. Reinstall the drive panel (see Replacing the Drive Panel).
12. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
13. Connect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Installing a Fifth SATA Hard Drive (Optional)
1. If you are installing a new drive, unpack the drive and prepare it for installation.
Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
2. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
3. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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sliding-plate lever
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optional fifth hard drive
NOTE: The optional fifth SATA hard drive can be installed in any of the 5.25-inch drive bays.
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.
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: In order to install a fifth SATA hard drive in one of the 5.25-inch drive bays, it must be installed in the provided hard-drive carrier.
CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it has an approximate minimum weight of 55 lbs) and can be difficult to maneuver. Seek assistance before
attempting to lift, move, or tilt it; this computer requires a two-man lift. Always lift correctly to avoid injury; avoid bending over while lifting. See
your Product Information Guide for other important safety information.
CAUTION: The computer stand should be installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability. Failure to install the stand could result in the
computer tipping over, potentially resulting in bodily injury or damage to the computer.