Installing a Second IDE Hard Drive

By Mark Kyrnin, About.com Guide

This step is optional but it generally makes it easier to install a second hard drive into the computer system. Simply unplug the IDE and power cables from the current primary hard drive.

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• Intro and Power Down
• Open up the Computer Case
• Unplugging Current Drive Cables
• Set the Drive Mode Jumper
• Inserting the Drive to the Cage
• Attach the IDE Drive Cable
• Insert Power to Drive
• Replace the Computer Cover
• Power Up the Computer

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