Gateway E-4400 - Manual (Page 35)

28 Replacing and Adding Drives
Hard drives
Removing and replacing the hard drive
The hard drive is secured to a mounting plate that snaps out of and into the
chassis.
To replace the hard drive:
1 Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if
installed), and all external peripheral devices.
2 Open the case (see “Opening the case” on page 17), observing the “Static
electricity precautions” on page 15.
3 Locate the 3.5-inch hard drive and mounting plate ring.
4 Lift the ring slightly, then pull it towards the center of the drive until
the spring latch releases. Lift the drive out of the chassis.
5 Remove the mounting plate from the old drive by lifting and sliding one
tab at a time until they unlock. Lift the mounting plate off the drive.
6 Position the new drive upside down in the mounting plate and snap it
into place.
7 Place the drive back into the drive bay.
8 Connect the power and data cables to the back of the drive. (See drive
documentation for proper drive jumper settings and cable orientation.)
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