Hard Drive
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FILE LOCATION:
C:\Documents and Settings\sarah_cook\Desktop\Tsing
Ma\SM\A01\EN\Source\hdd.fm
DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 9/4/09 - FOR PROOF ONLY
Replacing the Hard Drive
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
NOTICE:
Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard
drive.
NOTICE:
Use firm and even pressure to slide the hard drive into place. Excessive
force may result in damage to the connector.
This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure
"Removing the Hard Drive" on page 33.
1
Slide the hard drive into the hard drive connector until the drive is fully
seated in the bracket.
2
Replace the hard drive bracket into the system.
3
Replace the three screws securing the hard drive.
4
Replace the hard drive cover aligning the notches.
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hard drive
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