Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive - Lenovo ThinkPad Z61e Troubleshooting Manual

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Upgrading the hard disk drive

Important

Read Safety and Warranty Guide before replacing the hard disk drive.

You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard

disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk

drive from your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.

Notes:

1. Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The

connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent

changes, or drive swapping.

2. The ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery workspace and the Product

Recovery program are not included on an optional hard disk drive.

Attention

Handling a hard disk drive

v Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on

v Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive.

v Do not touch the connector.

The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and

permanent loss of data on the hard disk. Before removing the hard disk

drive, make a backup copy of all the information on the hard disk, and

then turn the computer off. Never remove the drive while the system is

operating, in standby mode, or in hibernation mode.

To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:

1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables

2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over.

3. Remove the battery.

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a material, such as soft cloth, that absorbs the physical shock.

from the computer.

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