HP DC7800 - Manual (Page 92)

Installing a 3.5-inch Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay
CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive:
If you are inserting or removing a hard drive, shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the
computer. Do not remove a hard 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. Refer to
Electrostatic Discharge Information on page 53 for more information
about preventing electrostatic damage.
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.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly ( Preparation for Disassembly on page 60 ).
2. Remove the computer access panel ( Computer Access Panel on page 64 ).
3. Remove the front bezel ( Front Bezel on page 65 ).
4. Disconnect the power (1) and data (2) cables from the back of the drive.
NOTE: The right-angle data cable must be used for this chassis model when installing hard drives
in the 3.5-inch bays to prevent cable damage from overflexing.
5. Remove the hard drive SATA cable from the top of the fan shroud.
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