2. To install the solid state drive with the storage converter into the 3.5-inch hard disk drive bracket, flexthe bracket and align pin 1 , pin 2 , pin 3 , and pin 4 on the bracket with the corresponding holes inthe storage converter.Figure36. Installing the solid state drive with the storage converter into the hard disk drive bracket3. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new solid state drive.4. Install the solid state drive into the desired hard disk drive bay. See “Replacing the primary hard diskdrive” on page 54 or “Replacing the secondary hard disk drive” on page 56.What to do next:• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 66.Replacing the primary hard disk driveAttention:Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentreSafety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/supportThis section provides instructions on how to replace the primary hard disk drive.Note: Depending on your model type, your computer might come with a 2.5-inch solid state drive. To installthe solid state drive, see “Installing the solid state drive” on page 53.To replace the primary hard disk drive, do the following:1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 32.3. Locate the primary hard disk drive. See “Locating internal drives” on page 13.4. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive.54 ThinkCentre User Guide
