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Hard drive installation instructions for Predator Helios 300 (PH315-53) - Acer Community
<main> <article class="userContent"> <h3 data-id="this-article-only-applies-to-predator-ph315-53-models">This article only applies to: Predator PH315-53 models.<br></h3> <p>The Predator PH315-53 includes a storage bay that allows for installation of a secondary 2.5" (7mm) hard 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 (11) screws securing the lower case to the upper case.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade1.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br><br></li> <li>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.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade2.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br><br></li> <li>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.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade3.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Remove the mylar tape and disconnect the battery. Save the tape to secure the battery cable again when you reconnect it.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade4.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Install the hard drive carrier onto the hard drive and attach the 4 screws to secure it in place.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/an515_44_hddupgrade5.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Connect the hard drive cable to the hard drive.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade6.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Align and install the hard drive module into its slot on the upper case and secure it with four (4) screws.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade7.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Connect the hard drive cable to the mainboard connector and secure the latch.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade8.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Connect the battery to the mainboard and secure the battery cable with mylar tape.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade9.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Align the lower case and press firmly around the sides to snap it into place.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade10.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br><br><br></li> <li>Install the eleven (11) screws to secure the lower case.<br><br><img src="https://us.v-cdn.net/6029997/uploads/migrated/acer_final/66885/ph315_53_hddupgrade1.png" alt="image" class="embedImage-img importedEmbed-img"></img><br><br></li> </ol><meta content="#Predator PH315-53"></meta> </article> </main>
