Figure 28. Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive from a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
a. 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
b. screw (2)
c. 2.5-inch hard drive
Next steps
Install a 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter.
Related tasks
Removing a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive adapter from a 3.5-inch hot swappable hard drive carrier
Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter
Related reference
Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into a hot swap
hard drive carrier
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow
the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Install the 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive into the hot swappable hard drive adapter.
Steps
1. Insert the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter into the hot swappable hard drive carrier with the connector end of the hard drive toward the
back of the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
2. Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the holes on the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
3. Install the screws to secure the hot swappable hard drive to the hot swappable hard drive carrier.
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