I have a Maxtor 160 GB hard drive that won't boot ...

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Set your tower on the floor facing upright. Remove both panels. The screws are on the back of the tower, with two or three on each side.

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  Step 2
  Locate the existing hard drive in the computer. Remove the two cords in the back of the hard drive. A long, flat cord with three connectors is the "IDE Cord." The white connection tab with different wires is the "Power Cord." Unscrew the hard drive from the case.
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  Step 3
  Place the old hard drive into a static bag. A static bag is a small silver bag. This keeps the hard drive safe from damage that static may cause.
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  Step 4
  Screw the left panel back onto the tower. Lay your computer on the floor or a table on that side. Mount your Maxtor 160 hard drive in the case using two screws. Four is unnecessary.
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  Step 5
  Plug the "IDE Cord" into the long slot on the Maxtor 160 hard drive. Push it securely into the connector. It may be a snug fit. Before you continue, check the connection. The pins need to be completely inside the "IDE Cord."
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  Step 6
  Insert the "Power Cord." The next set of pins, which is a smaller connector, houses the "Power Cord." Push itin tightly as this is tougher than the "IDE Cord."
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  Step 7
  Place the right panel back onto the tower and attach the screws. Plug all components into the back of the tower. Turn on the computer.
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  Step 8
  Open the disk drive. Insert your Windows operating system disk. Reboot the PC and install Windows