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Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay, Removing the protective insert – HP EliteBook 8740w Mobile Workstation User Manual

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6.

Tighten the hard drive cover screws (3).

7.

Replace the battery.

8.

Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.

9.

Turn on the computer.

Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay

The upgrade bay can hold either a hard drive or an optical drive.

Removing the protective insert

The upgrade bay may contain a protective insert. You must remove the insert before inserting a drive
into the upgrade bay. To remove the insert:

1.

Save your work.

2.

Shut down the computer and close the display.

3.

Disconnect all external hardware devices connected to the computer.

4.

Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.

5.

Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.

6.

Loosen the upgrade bay screw (1).

7.

Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, gently push the tab to release the optical drive (2).

Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay

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