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Hard Drive

Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual

CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.

CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.

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.

NOTE: You need the Operating System CD to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. You also need the Drivers and Utilities CD for your computer to install the drivers and utilities on the new hard drive.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
   
   
2. Turn over the computer and remove the M3 x 3-mm screw.
   
   

1	M3 x 3-mm screw
2	hard drive

NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your Owner's Manual.

3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
   
   
4. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
   
   

Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.

NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.

5. Slide the drive into the bay until it is fully seated.
   
   
6. Replace and tighten the screw.
   
   
7. Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP" in your Owner's Manual.
   
   
8. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner's Manual.
   
   

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.

1	hard drive
2	foam packaging

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