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2. Locate the secondary IDE connector and CD-ROM audio connector on the
system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board - desktop model” on
page 35.
3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the secondary
IDE connector on the system board. To reduce electronic noise, use the
connectors at the end of the cable only.
4. Your computer has extra power connectors for additional drives. Connect a
power connector to the drive.
5. If you have a CD-ROM drive audio cable, connect it to the drive and the
system board.
To connect an additional IDE CD drive or DVD drive
1. Locate the secondary IDE connector on the system board and the
three-connector signal cable. See “Identifying parts on the system board -
desktop model” on page 35.
2. Connect the extra connector in the signal cable to the new CD drive or DVD
drive.
3. Your computer has extra power connectors for additional drives. Connect a
power connector to the drive.
To connect an additional IDE hard disk drive
1. You will have to obtain a three-connector, ATA-100 compatible signal cable to
connect your new hard disk.
2. Remove the two-connector cable from the hard disk drive.
3. Locate the primary IDE connector on the system board. One end of the
three-connector cable connects to the hard disk drive and the other connects to
the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board - desktop model”
on page 35.
4. Connect the extra connector in the signal cable to the new hard disk drive.
5. Your computer has extra power connectors for additional drives. Connect a
power connector to the drive.
What to do next
v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the
cables - desktop model” on page 43.
Installing a Rope Clip - desktop model
To help prevent hardware theft, you can add a 3/16 inch or 5 mm Rope Clip and
cable to your computer. After you add the security cable, make sure that it does
not interfere with other cables that are connected to the computer.
To install a Rope Clip:
1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover - desktop model” on page 34.
2. Use a tool, such as a screwdriver, to remove the two metal knockouts.
3. Insert the Rope Clip through the rear panel; then attach and tighten the nuts
with an appropriately sized or adjustable wrench.
4. Replace the computer cover. For more information, see “Replacing the cover
and connecting the cables - desktop model” on page 43.
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