Replacing Drives: Dell XPS 430 Service Manual
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5. If removing this drive changes the drive configuration, you must ensure that the changes are reflected in the BIOS.
When you restart your computer, enter system setup (see
). On the setup screen go to the "Drives"
section and set the SATA ports (SATA 0 through 4) to the correct configuration.
6. Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation.
7. Check the documentation that came with the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer.
8. If your replacement hard drive does not have the hard-drive bracket attached, remove the bracket from the old hard
drive by unsnapping it from the drive.
9. Snap the hard-drive bracket onto the replacement hard drive.
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10. Install the hard drive into the computer by sliding the drive into place until it clicks into place.
11. Connect the power and hard drive cables to the hard drive.
12. Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated.
13. Replace the computer cover (see
).
14. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
15. If installing this drive changes the drive configuration, ensure that you reflect these changes in the BIOS. When you
restart your computer, enter system setup (see
). On the setup screen go to the "Drives" section and set
