Lenovo A700 User Guide

Chapter 8. Replacing hardware

7.  Slide the hard disk drive out of the bay.

8.  Install the new hard disk drive.
 

(1) Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive bay.

 

(2) Screw in the new hard disk drive to the drive bay.

9.  Connect the data and power cables back to the hard disk drive.
10. Align the 4 screw holes in the hard disk drive bay with the mounting 

holes in the chassis, then screw it in.

11. Screw back the motherboard cover.
12. Install the computer cover and stand.

Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer 
cool down before replacing the optical disk drive. 

For this procedure, it helps to place the computer face-down on a soft 
flat surface. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other 
soft cloth to protect the screen surface from scratches or other damage.