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Hard drive installation instructions for ConceptD CN315-71 and CN315-71P - Acer Community
<main> <article class="userContent"> <h3 data-id="this-article-only-applies-to-conceptd-cn315-71-and-cn315-71p-models">This article only applies to: ConceptD CN315-71 and CN315-71P models.</h3> <p>ConceptD CN315-71 models include a storage bay that allows for installation of a secondary hard drive or solid state drive. Use the steps below to install a secondary drive in your system.</p> <br><p>Note: Acer recommends use of an anti-static wrist strap when adding hardware to your system.</p> <ol><li>Remove the AC adapter and make sure your system is completely powered off.</li> <li>Remove the eleven screws securing the lower case to the upper case. <br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/65160/cn315-71.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Pry the left edge side first to release the latches and then continue releasing the remaining latches and remove the lower case. <br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/65160/cn315-71-2.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Attach the hard drive mounting bracket and cable to the drive you are installing as shown in the image below. <br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/65160/cn315-71-3.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Align by the guide pins and then install the hard drive module into its slot on the upper case. <br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/65160/cn315-71-4.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Attach the four screws to secure the Hard Drive module to the upper case. <br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/65160/cn315-71-5.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img></li> <li>Connect the hard drive cable to the mainboard and secure the latch. <br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/65160/cn315-71-6.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br></li> <li>Reinstall the lower case and install the screws to secure it. </li> </ol><br><br><meta content="#ConceptD CN315-71"></meta> </article> </main>
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