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Apple ATA Hard Drive Mac G4 User Manual

Ata hard drive, Replacement instructions, Power mac g4 / macintosh server g4

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073-0554 Rev. E

Power Mac G4 / Macintosh Server G4

ATA Hard Drive

Replacement Instructions

Follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could

damage your equipment and void its warranty.

Note:

Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at

http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.

Warning: During this procedure, keep small parts away from children.

Note:

These instructions cover procedures for both QuickSilver models (see page 3) and

the Mirrored Drive Doors/FW 800 models (see page 5).

Tools Required

The only tool required for this procedure is a Phillips screwdriver.

Backing Up Your Data

Warning: Before replacing your hard drive, make sure you back up all data on the

drive.

Opening the Computer

Warning: Always shut down your computer before opening it to avoid damaging its

internal components or causing injury. After you shut down the computer, the

internal components can be very hot. Let the computer cool down before

continuing.

1.

Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.

2.

If you think your computer is in sleep, press the power button on the front of the

computer to wake it.

3.

Shut down your computer and wait five minutes before continuing.

4.

If you attached a security cable through the computer’s lockable cover latch, remove

the cable.

5.

Unplug all other cables from the computer except the power cord.