24 Using the Flex-Bay
To install a device in the Flex-Bay:
1. Turn the computer’s power off.
2. Place the device into the bay.
3. Push the device in until it is flush with the chassis.
4. Push down on the Flex-Bay latch until the latch snaps into place.
Your computer’s operating system automatically recognizes the device in the
Flex-Bay and configures your computer accordingly.
Using the SwapBay Utility
If your computer shipped with Windows Me, you can use the SwapBay utility to
hot-swap your devices in the flex-bay.
To start the SwapBay utility:
1. Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar.
2. Select SwapBay Utility.
To remove a device:
1. Open the SwapBay Utility.
2. Click Device Remove.
3. Click OK on the confirmation screen.
4. Remove the device by either disconnecting the cable from the computer or
from the device.
5. Click Ok.
To insert a device:
1. Open the SwapBay Utility.
2. Click Device Install.
3. Connect the device to the computer using the device cable. Make sure all
connectors are correctly attached.
4. Click Ok to allow your computer to detect the device.
