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Free the hard disk from the system.
1 Remove the blue screw with a crosshead screwdriver.
2 Raise the metal handle.
3 Slide the hard disk to the right.
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Remove the hard disk from the system.
Use the metal handle to pull the hard disk out from the system.
Notices
The hard disk is a sensitive piece of equipment and should be handled with care at all times. To
help prevent software or data loss or corruption, or damage to the hard disk, carefully follow the
precautions listed below:
• Do not drop the system or hard disk, or subject to physical shock or vibration.
• Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the system or hard disk.
• Do not touch the connectors or insert foreign objects into the connectors.
• Do not place the system or hard disk close to magnetic fields such as those produced by magnets
or loudspeakers. Also, do not place devices that may be sensitive to magnetic forces (such as a
wrist watch or a magnetic card) near the hard disk.
• Do not put heavy objects on the hard disk.
• When handling the hard disk hold it only by the edges or metal frame.
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• The hard disk is sensitive to static electricity. Ensure that proper handling methods are used
when installing the hard disk.
• Store in a cool, dry location.
Replacing the hard disk
When replacing the hard disk, follow the procedure below to remove the metal
frame.
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Use a crosshead screwdriver to remove the screws (4 places).
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Remove the hard disk from the metal frame.
Lift one end and slide the hard disk out to remove.
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Place the replacement hard disk on the PS3™ system hard
disk's metal frame, and then attach using the screws (4 places).
Do not overtighten the screws.
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Install the hard disk in the system.
Fully insert the hard disk in the HDD bay, and then slide it to the left. Attach the
blue screw to lock the hard disk in place. Refer to the instructions for
"Removing the hard disk" ( page 16) in reverse order when installing.
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Removing / replacing the hard disk