HP ProDesk 600 G3 Base Model Desktop Mini PC User Manual download pdf (Page 26)

Removing a hard drive

NOTE: Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that you

can transfer the data to the new hard drive.

1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.

2. Remove all removable media, such as a USB ash drive, from the computer.

3. Turn o the computer properly through the operating system, then turn o any external devices.

4. Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect any external devices.

CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as

the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to

the internal components of the computer.

5. Remove the computer access panel.

For instructions, see Removing the computer access panel on page 12.

WARNING! To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components

to cool before you touch them.

6. To remove the hard drive, rotate the hard drive latch up and out (1) to disengage the hard drive from the

cage.

7. Slide the drive toward the rear of the chassis until it stops, and then lift the hard drive up and out of the

cage (2).

NOTE: The power cable from the system board is located in the drive cage and disconnects when the

hard drive is removed.

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HP ProDesk 600 G3 Base Model Desktop Mini PC User Manual Page 26