Figure 16. Removing and installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank
1.
hard-drive blank
2. release button
Installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank
Prerequisites
1.
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2.
If installed, remove the front bezel.
Steps
Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.
Next steps
If applicable, install the front bezel.
Removing a hot-swappable hard drive
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 came with the product.
1.
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2.
If applicable, remove the bezel.
NOTE: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports hot-swappable drive
installation. See the documentation supplied with your operating system.
Steps
1.
Press the release button to open the hard-drive carrier release handle.
2.
Slide the hard-drive carrier out of the hard-drive slot.
CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard-drive slots must have hard-
drive blanks installed.
3.
If you are not replacing the hard drive immediately, insert a hard-drive blank in the empty hard-drive
slot.
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