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6 Remove the Faulty Hard Drive
Carefully remove the faulty hard drive from its slot. Sometimes, it might be held in place by screws or brackets
that need to be removed.
7 Install the New Hard Drive

Place the new hard drive in the same slot and secure it using screws or brackets, if necessary. Make sure it’s
properly seated.
8 Reconnect Cables

Attach the power and data cables to the new hard drive, ensuring they are securely connected. Double-check
the connections to avoid any loose connections.
9 Close the DVR Case
Put the DVR case back together and secure it with screws. Make sure everything is properly aligned before
tightening the screws.
10 Power On and Test
Plug the DVR unit back into the power source and turn it on. Check if the new hard drive is detected and
functioning properly. You might need to format or initialize the new hard drive through the DVR’s settings.
11 Configure Settings (If Necessary)
Depending on the DVR model and settings, you might need to configure the new hard drive’s settings, such
as storage allocation and recording preferences.
12 Monitor Performance
Regularly monitor the performance of the new hard drive to ensure it’s working optimally and recording video
footage as expected.

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CITS : E & H - Electronics Mechanic - Exercise 153