User's Manual

168 Adding and Replacing Parts
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Replacing the Hard Drive
CAUTI ON: I f you remove the hard drive from the computer when
the drive is warm,
do not touch the metal housing of the hard
drive.
CAUTI ON: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
instructions in your
System I nformation Guide .
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: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage
the drive.
NOTE: Dell does not
guarantee compatibility
or provide support for
hard drives from sources
other than Dell.
To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:
1 Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
computer cover.
2 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and then shut
down the computer.
3 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it.
See the documentation that came with your docking device for
instructions.
4 Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
5 Wait 10 to 20 seconds, and then disconnect any attached devices.
6 Remove any installed PC Cards and the battery.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching
pins and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back
of the computer. Continue to ground yourself periodically during this
procedure.
7
Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective
antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your
System Information Guide .