HP 500B - Manual (Page 31)

Drives
The computer supports one optical drive and one hard drive.
This section describes the procedure for replacing or upgrading the drives. A Torx T-15 screwdriver is
needed to remove and install the guide screws on a drive.
Installing Additional Drives
When installing additional drives, follow these guidelines:
● Connect the primary SATA hard drive to the dark blue primary SATA connector on the system
board labeled SATA1 for model 500B/510B, SATA0 for model 505B/515B.
● Connect the SATA optical drive to the white SATA connector on the system board labeled
SATA2 on model 500B/510B, SATA1 for model 505B/515B.
CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive:
If you are inserting or removing a drive, shut down the operating system properly, turn off the
computer, and unplug the power cord. Do not remove a drive while the computer is on or in standby
mode.
Before handling a drive, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive,
avoid touching the connector.
Handle a drive carefully; do not drop it.
Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive.
Avoid exposing a hard drive to liquids, temperature extremes, or products that have magnetic fields
such as monitors or speakers.
If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble-pack mailer or other protective packaging and
label the package “Fragile: Handle With Care.”
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