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Installing a hard disk drive in the optical drive bay
TIP: For optimum performance, install the hard disk drive in the bottom bay; do not install it in the top
bay.
1. Disconnect power from the workstation (see Predisassembly procedures on page 73).
2. Remove the side access panel (see
Removing the side access panel on page 75).
3. Remove the airflow guide (see
Removing the airflow guide on page 76).
4. Remove the expansion card support (see
Removing the expansion card support on page 77).
5. Carefully separate the carrier rails and set the drive between them, aligning the pins with the drive
mounting holes.
Release the rails to secure the rails on the drive as shown in the following figure.
Figure 5-63 Installing the carrier rails
6. Slide the drive into the carrier until it snaps into place as shown in the following figure.
Figure 5-64 Installing the drive in the carrier
ENWW Removing and installing components 121