How to Remove a Hard Drive from Apple Desktop Computer

The only tool required for this procedure is a Phillips screwdriver. While some models may look slightly different from the one shown in the illustrations, the steps for all models are the same.

Power Mac G5 hard drive removal instructions

The Power Mac G5 computer can accommodate two Serial ATA hard drives in its internal hard drive bay. In most configurations, a single hard drive occupies the top portion of the bay.

• Hold the side access panel [2] and lift the latch [1] on the back of the computer.
• Remove the access panel [2].
• Remove the air deflector [3].

• Release the drive locking tab by rotating it up [1]
• Disconnect the drive data cable [2] and power cable [3] from the hard drive.
• Pull the drive out of the drive bay [4], being careful not to touch the bottom of the drive.
  Notes: If you encounter resistance, use a flatblade screwdriver to release the latches on the drive bay rails as you pull the drive out of the bay. (See circled areas on the illustration below.) If two drives are installed, remove the bottom drive first. To avoid damaging the printed circuit board (PCB), take care not to touch the PCB during installation.

• Remove the four guide screws on the sides of the drive.
  Keep those screws for a new drive installation.
  

After drive was removed, carefully look at it. You may find few attached things that are not parts of the drive. Do not forget to remove and retain for future use all brackets and connectors or SATA adapters from the drive, because they a not needed for data recovery process. Keep them for the new drive installation.