Gateway fx6800 Reference Guide

CHAPTER 1: Upgrading Your Computer

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If you are replacing a drive, reconnect the drive cables 
using your notes from 

. If you are installing a new 

drive, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for 
connecting it to the system board.

You can also refer to the following figure:

8

Replace the side panel by following the instructions in 

.

9

Reconnect all external cables and the power cord.

10

Turn on your computer.

11

If you installed a new drive, format and partition the 
drive according to the manufacturer’s instructions 
(available on the manufacturer’s Web site).

12

Install Windows using the operating system DVD that 
came with your computer. For more information on 
restoring your system, see 

SATA 0 port
SATA 1 port
SATA 2 port
SATA 3 port

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