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Hard Drive
Dell™XPSM140ServiceManual
Removing the Hard Drive
Replacing the Hard Drive
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Removing the Hard Drive
1. Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.
2. Loosen the two captive screws securing the hard drive cover, then remove the cover and set it aside.
3. Use the pull-tab to slide the hard drive toward the screw holes, then lift the drive straight up to remove it from the computer.
CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: Do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive if you remove the hard drive from the computer while the drive is hot.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby
mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the hard drive, handle the drive with care.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from sources other than Dell.
NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive obtained from a source other than Dell, you may need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new
drive.
1
hard drive cover
2
captive screws (2)
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective, antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product
Information Guide.