This article only applies to: Nitro AN515-44
The Nitro AN515-44 includes a storage bay that allows for installation of a secondary 2.5" SATA 7mm hard drive. Use the steps below to install a secondary drive in your system.
Note: Acer recommends use of an anti-static wrist strap when adding hardware to your system.
- Remove the AC adapter and make sure your system is completely powered off.
Remove the eleven (11) screws securing the lower case to the upper case.
Begin removing the lower case as shown in the image below. You may need to use a plastic pry tool designed to work on electronics to get started.
Work your way around the system to release all of the plastic clips that hold the lower case in place, then lift up on the lower case to remove it.
Disconnect the battery.
Install the hard drive carrier onto the hard drive and attach the 4 screws to secure it in place.
Connect the hard drive cable to the hard drive.
Align and install the hard drive module into its slot on the upper case.
Attach the four (4) screws to secure the hard drive module to the upper case.
Connect the hard drive cable to the mainboard connector and secure the latch.
Connect the battery to the mainboard.
Align the lower case and press firmly around the sides to snap it into place.
Install the eleven (11) screws to secure the lower case.
