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Installing a new Solo 1400 hard drive

Installing a new Solo 1400 hard drive

This package includes a new hard drive for your Solo 1400 notebook
computer and these printed instructions.

Tools you need

You will need a small Phillips screwdriver to install the hard drive.

Preventing static electricity discharge

The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static
electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Caution

ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge­sensitive components in the computer. Prevent ESD
damage by following ESD guidelines every time you open
the computer case.

Warning

To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and
moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the
power cord and modem and network cables before
opening the case.

Before installing the hard drive, follow these guidelines:

Turn off the computer
power.

Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores)
and attach it to a bare metal part of the computer.

Warning

To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object
into the vent holes of the notebook.

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Installing a new Solo 1400 hard drive

Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the
computer.

Unplug the power cord and modem and network
cables.

Remove the
battery.

Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines:

Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and
packing foam.

Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are
ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic
bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic
protection.

Installing the hard drive

To install the hard drive:

1. Follow the instructions under "Preventing static electricity discharge"

for important precautions.

2. Shut down your notebook, then disconnect the power adapter and

modem and network cables.

3. Turn the notebook over, then remove the battery. For more

information, see your user guide.

Warning

Disconnect the power
adapter, disconnect the
modem and network
cables, and remove the
battery before you remove
the hard drive. Replace
the hard drive before you
restore power or
reconnect the modem and
network cables.

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Installing a new Solo 1400 hard drive

4. Remove the hard drive screws, then pull the drive kit straight out

from the notebook.

5. Remove the four screws that attach the hard drive to the hard drive

tray.

6. Remove the hard drive from the tray.

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7. Place the new hard drive on the tray.

8. Replace the four screws.

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Installing a new Solo 1400 hard drive

9. Place the new hard drive kit in the bay and slide it into the slot.

10. Replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the notebook.

11. Insert the battery, then connect the AC adapter, modem, and

network cables, and turn on your notebook.

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Refer to your user's guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal
information.

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