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computer won't recognize new hard drive

Dec 28th, 2004

I have an Acer 1ghz computer. I installed a new 160 gig hard drive and the computer says that there is no hard drive in system. Please help

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Re: computer won't recognize new hard drive

Dec 28th, 2004

Make sure the jumpers are set correctly.

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Re: computer won't recognize new hard drive

Dec 28th, 2004

Make sure to check your documentation that came with the computer.

Yes check the jumpers.

You can also check your CMOS settings on which mode your using. LBA mode is recommended for drives larger than 504 MB and is the only way of dealing with drives larger than 8.4 GB.

Also make sure that the drive slides into the bay smoothly. If it needs force pushing it in the bay, somthing is wrong.

If in doubt, reach into the trash can and remove the user guide.