Hard Disk Drive - Lenovo ThinkCentre M70c User Manual

7. Install the optical drive.
8. Connect the signal and power cable to the new optical drive.
9. Reinstall all the removed parts. Then, reconnect the power cord and all disconnected cables to the
computer.

Hard disk drive

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Appendix A "Important safety information" on page 63 and print the following
instructions.
Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and
permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines:
• Replace the internal storage drive only for upgrade or repair. The internal storage drive is not designed for
frequent changes or replacement.
• Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.
• Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might get
damaged.
• Do not apply pressure to the internal storage drive.
• Do not make the internal storage drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the internal storage
drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
Replacement procedure
1. Remove the computer cover. See "Computer cover" on page 41.
2. Remove the front bezel. See "Front bezel" on page 42.
3. Remove the optical drive. See "Optical drive" on page 45.
4. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive.
5. Replace the hard disk drive according to the computer model:
• For computers with the 3.5-inch hard disk drive, do the following:
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