Laptop User Manual

142 Adding and Replacing Parts
5 Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring
Your Operating System" on page 133).
6 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see
"Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 130).
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original, or comparable, foam
packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
Optical Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
Removing the Optical Drive
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 137.
2 Turn the computer over.
3 Remove the locking screw from the optical drive.
4 Using a plastic scribe, push the notch to release the optical drive from the bay.
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