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Replacing the Hard Drive
1. Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.
2. Follow the instructions in Removing the Hard Drive.
3. Place the new hard drive into the bay, then slide it away from the screw holes into the connector until it is fully seated.
4. Replace the hard drive cover and tighten the screws.
5. Install the operating system for your computer, if necessary (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in your Owner's Manual).
6. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, if necessary (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner's Manual).
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your hard drive to Dell in the replacement drive's foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
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CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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: Use firm and even pressure when sliding the hard drive into place. Excessive force may result in damage to the connector.
NOTE: The hard drive should be inserted in the replacement drive's antistatic bag before being placed in the foam packaging.