Specifications

hard drives are not provided. If you are replacing a drive, remove the guide screws from the old
drive and install them in the new drive.
There are a total of five extra silver 6-32 standard screws. One is used for bezel security (1) (see Front
bezel security on page 93 for more information). The other four are used as guide screws for a media
card reader or a secondary hard drive in the 3.5-inch optional drive bay (2).
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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