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Removal and Replacement Procedures— Slim Tower (ST) Chassis
7.10.4 External 3.5-inch Drive
1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to unlock the lock
(Section 7.2, “Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock”).
2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 7.1, “Preparation for Disassembly”).
3. Remove the computer access panel (Section 7.5, “Computer Access Panel”).
4. Remove the front bezel (Section 7.6, “Front Bezel”).
5. Raise the Easy Access drive bay to the upright position.
6. Disconnect the audio, signal, and drive power cables from the drive. The other end of the
cables should remain connected to the system board.
7. Return the Easy Access drive bay to the down position.
8. Push the drive release latch 1 toward the rear of the chassis and hold.
9. Slide the drive 2 toward the front of the drive cage, then lift the drive out of the computer.
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