Hardware Reference Guide - Compaq 500B/505B

24 Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive
Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive
25–30 MINUTES
Before You Begin
Observe the following requirements before removing and
replacing a hard disk drive.
IMPORTANT: A hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to
shock impact. Do not bang or drop it. Do not touch the
circuit board. Static electricity can damage the drive.
Tools Needed:
z Flathead screwdriver
z Phillips screwdriver
Flathead screwdrivers
A flathead screwdriver can be used with the
screw seen in the following illustration.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage
the electronic components inside the
computer. Discharge static electricity by
touching the metal cage of the computer
before touching any internal parts or
electronic components.
WARNING:
z Never open the cover with
the power cord attached or
power applied. You may
damage your computer or
be injured from the
spinning fan blades.
z Avoid touching sharp edges
inside the computer.
z Before you open the
computer, allow the
internal system components
to cool before touching.
IMPORTANT: Computer features may vary by model.
IMPORTANT: System board may vary.