Dell 5000 Series, Service Manual

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Replacing the solid-state drive
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with
your computer and follow the steps in Before working inside your computer . After working inside
your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside your computer . For more safety
best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
Procedure
1. Slide the solid-state drive into the solid-state drive slot.
2. Replace the screw that secures the solid-state drive to the system base.
3. Place the solid-state drive heat shield on the system board.
4. Replace the screws that secure the solid-state drive heat shield to the system board.
Post-requisites
Replace the top cover .
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