Specifications

Chapter 3 Installing ReadyBox Options
ReadyBox Users Guide 23
Hard Disk Drive (2 ½”) Installation
A hard disk drive (HDD) tray is provided with the ReadyBox and can be removed from the ReadyBox
for intallation or removal of the hard disk drive. The HDD tray only holds one 2 ½” hard disk drive with
a 44-pin connector and does not require external power.
NOTE This procedure assumes you have already installed the ReadyBoard
into the enclosure and are preparing the HDD tray for installation of
the hard disk drive (2 ½”). It also assumes you will be folding and
connecting the 44-pin IDE cable to the ReadyBoard before connecting
it to the hard disk drive.
Tools Required
Use these tools to install and remove the Hard Disk Drive (2 ½”) into the ReadyBox.
• Small to medium Phillips screwdriver
• Anti-static service kit - Use a complete anti-static service kit (or the equivalent) to remove or
install the hard disk drive. A complete anti-static service kit should include a static-dissipating
work surface, a chassis clip lead, and a wrist or ankle strap.
Removing HDD Tray and Installing IDE Cable
1. Prepare the ReadyBox for the IDE cable installation, which is used for the hard disk drive (2 ½”).
♦ If the ReadyBox is already prepared for IDE cable installation, with the top cover removed,
the HDD tray removed, power turned off, and the power cord disconnected, skip to Step 7.
♦ If the ReadyBox is not ready for the IDE cable installation, continue with the next step.
CAUTION To prevent damage to the ReadyBoard, ensure power in the
ReadyBox is turned off and the power cord has been removed
from the power source. The ATX power supply inside the
ReadyBox will continue to provide standby current to the chassis
until the power cord is disconnected.
2. If you have been using the CompactFlash as the drive media, initiate a shut down sequence
through the OS, or hold the power switch in for 4-6 seconds to turn power off.
The Power LED should turn off completely when the power is turned off.
3. Remove the power cord from the AC power source.
4. Remove the seven screws holding the top cover to the ReadyBox and then slide the cover to the
left as shown in the Figure 3-1.
5. Turn the ReadyBox on its side or back and remove the four screws securing the HDD tray to the
ReadyBox. See Figure 3-8.
6. Slide the HDD tray out of the ReadyBox as shown in the Figure 3-8.
NOTE Once the HDD tray is out of the ReadyBox, it is much easier to connect
the IDE cable to the ReadyBoard by feeding the cable up or down through
the cable feed opening. Once you have it connected to the ReadyBoard,
then you can position the IDE cable in HDD tray opening, where it is feed
out of the enclosure through the HDD tray opening for connection to the
new hard disk drive (2 ½”).