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¾ ¾ Replace and tighten the screw.
The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module
The hard drive in your notebook computer is made to be easily
swapped out for upgrading. You should back up your hard drive
before attempting o change the hard drive. Make sure that before you
install a new drive, all the files in your system should be backed up.
To upgrade your Hard Drive
¾ ¾ Power down the system completely. Turn the system over with
the front of the unit facing you.
¾ ¾ Remove the three screws that secure the compartment cover and
set them in a safe place.
¾ ¾ Slide the HDD cover away from the compartment.
¾ ¾ The drive is attached to a special bracket that secures it to the
notebook computer. There are 4 screws hold the bracket.
Remove the screws and set them in a safe place.
¾ ¾ Push the HDD slightly in the direction of the arrow as shown in
the illustration to release it from the pins of the drive.
¾ ¾ Gently hold the grip of the HDD, lift it up to release from its
compartment.
¾ ¾ To install the new HDD, you will need to align the tabs on the
drive bracket with the slots on the bay. Press down gently on the
drive bracket until it engages with the system. Do not force the
drive into place this can bend the pins on the hard drive.
¾ ¾ Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw
holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the
case.
¾ ¾ Secure the cover with the three screws.
Upgrading your System CPU
Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on
upgrading your notebook's CPU.