How to replace the hard drive in a Twi...

Find out what kind you have - serial or IDE, get your replacement.

Remove the cover of the computer. Observe static electricity precautions. Find the hard drive. Confirm it is a serial or IDE type drive (IDE has a 40/80 conductor cable about 1 1/2 inches wide - serial cable is about 1/2 inch wide. Dont confuse with the power cable which is a Molex plug.)

Remove 2 or 4 screws if rail mounted. Unlatch if other style. Unplug the cables - check the pin outs - reinstall and get ready for the fun. (you may want to use the old drive - see below. If you are Cable Select (80 conductor wire) the master will be located at the end of the IDE and the slave will be in the middle. If serial, you will have to read the manufacturers direction.)

You willhave to use the manufacturers supplied software to prepare your new drive to receive information. When that is done, you are ready to reload the operating system. You do still have the key right??? No key - don't do this at all. You may be able to use your existing drive as "D" or as a slave (secondary if you prefer) ... to get your old files off or store your new files. All kinds of possibilities are opened to you with a second drive.

Have fun and good luck with your project.

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