Gateway E-4400 User Manual download pdf (Page 35)

Replacing and Adding Drives

Hard drives

Removing and replacing the hard drive

The hard drive is secured to a mounting plate that snaps out of and into the

chassis.

To replace the hard drive:

1 Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if

installed), and all external peripheral devices.

2 Open the case (see “Opening the case” on page 17), observing the “Static

electricity precautions” on page 15.

3 Locate the 3.5-inch hard drive and mounting plate ring.

4 Lift the ring slightly, then pull it towards the center of the drive until

the spring latch releases. Lift the drive out of the chassis.

5 Remove the mounting plate from the old drive by lifting and sliding one

tab at a time until they unlock. Lift the mounting plate off the drive.

6 Position the new drive upside down in the mounting plate and snap it

into place.

7 Place the drive back into the drive bay.

8 Connect the power and data cables to the back of the drive. (See drive

documentation for proper drive jumper settings and cable orientation.)

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Gateway E-4400 User Manual Page 35