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Hard drive installation instructions for Predator Helios 500 laptops - Acer Community
<main> <article class="userContent"> <h3 data-id="this-article-only-applies-to-predator-helios-500-models">This article only applies to: Predator Helios 500 models.<br></h3> <div>The Predator Helios 500 has one storage bay that allows for installation of a 2.5" SATA 7mm hard drive. Use the steps below to install or replace a hard drive in your system.</div> <p>Note: Acer recommends use of an anti-static wrist strap when adding or replacing hardware.</p> <ol><li>Remove the AC adapter and make sure your system is completely powered off.</li> <li>Remove the screws securing the access panel and remove it by lifting at the cut corner.<br><br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd2.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Disconnect the battery and lift up on the corner to remove the battery as shown in the image below.<br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd3.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img></li> <li>Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive access cover, then lift up on the cover to remove it. If a hard drive is already installed, disconnect it from the mainboard and remove it from the computer. <br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd4.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img></li> <li>Install the hard drive in the mounting bracket as shown in the image below, then connect the SATA cable. If you are replacing the hard drive, you will need to remove the bracket and cable from the old drive. <br><br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd11.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br></li> <li>Align and install the hard drive module into its slot on the lower case. The drive should be positioned below the plastic tabs indicated by arrows. Route the cable through the guides and connect it to the mainboard.<br><br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd9.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Reinstall the hard drive access cover and secure it with the two screws you removed in step 4.<br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd4.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img></li> <li>Reinstall the battery as shown in the image below. The top edge of the battery must go in first and should be positioned below the plastic tabs indicated by the red arrow. Once the battery is installed, you can reconnect it to the mainboard.<br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd8.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img></li> <li>Reinstall the access panel and secure it with the two screws you removed in step 2.<br><br><img alt="image" src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/60682/hdd2.jpg" width="450" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br> </li> </ol><meta content="Ph517-51, PH517-52#Predator PH517-51,#Predator PH517-61"></meta> </article> </main>
