Gateway 1450 User Manual

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Replacing the hard drive
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Replacing the hard drive
If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive 
with a higher-capacity drive.
To replace the hard drive:
1
Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on 
page 254 f
or important precautions.
2
Shut down your notebook, then disconnect the power adapter and 
modem and network cables.
3
Turn your notebook over, then remove the battery. For more information, 
see “Changing batteries” on page 133.
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.