[NMLUG] hard drive replacement how to,

[sbrowne at ix.netcom.com (Steve Browne)]

On Fri, 2 Jun 2006 10:05:38 -0600, you wrote:

>Hi,
>I need to replace a dying single HD on a linux box,
>is there any good how to you ever used?
>Thanks,
>Andres

That's self-explanatory. Make sure the unit is unplugged from power.
The hardest part is usually opening the computer case; recent cases
have slide-out panels but the older ones were all of one piece.

Once you can reach the old HD, remove the Molex power connector -  you
may need needle-nose pliers to wiggle it loose - and the ribbon cable
(pulls off) and possibly a CD connector. There are four to six
Phillips head screws holding the drive in place; remove them. PRESTO!

Steve
Stephen B. Browne
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