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.
Installing a Second IDE Hard Drive
By Mark Kyrnin, About.com Guide
Unplugging Current Drive Cables
Remove IDE and Power Cables from 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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