Lay your PC tower on its side on a flat, non-carpeted surface. Remove the side panel—typically the left side when looking at the front of the case. Most cases use thumbscrews or standard Phillips screws at the rear to hold the panel in place. Once the panel is removed, you will have a clear view of the motherboard and the drive bays. Step 2: Mount the Hard Drive
Usually a #2 size for case and drive screws. how to connect sata hard drive
Take your SATA data cable (usually red or black). Lay your PC tower on its side on
SATA drives require two separate connections: one for data and one for power. Both connectors are "L-shaped," meaning they can only be plugged in one way. The Data Connection Once the panel is removed, you will have
Find the bar representing your new drive (it will have a black "Unallocated" label). Right-click it and select "New Simple Volume."