Dell Dimension E520, Owner'S Manual

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Removing and Installing Parts
Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
When connecting and disconnecting a serial ATA data cable, disconnect the cable using the pull-tab.
The serial ATA interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on
one connector matches a tab or a filled-in hole on the other connector.
Hard Drive
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide .
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
removing the cover.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as
a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.
NOTICE:
If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin
this procedure.
Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
Removing a Hard Drive
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59.
2
Disconnect the power and data cables from the drive.
NOTICE:
Use the pull-tab to remove the data cable from your hard drive or from the system board.