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Dell™ OptiPlex™ 160L User's Guide

  Hard Drive

  Adding or Replacing a Second Hard Drive

  CD/DVD Drive

  Adding a Second CD or DVD Drive

  Floppy Drive

Hard Drive

Replacing a Hard Drive

CAUTION: Before you begin this procedure, follow the safety instructions.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a soft surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
   
   
2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
   
   

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
   
   
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
   
   

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

5. Remove the computer cover.
   
   

NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.

6. Remove the hard drive:
   
   
   1. Disconnect the power and data cables from the drive.
      
      
   2. Remove the two bracket-securing screws, and then remove the drive bracket from the computer.
      
      
   3. Remove the three hard drive-securing screws, and then remove the hard drive from the bracket.
      

NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.

NOTICE: When you unpack the drive, do not set it on a hard surface, which may damage the drive. Instead, set the drive on a soft surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

7. Unpack the replacement hard drive.
   
   
8. Check the jumper setting on the back of the replacement drive.
   
   

Ensure that the jumper setting on the new device is set for "cable select" (see the documentation that came with the drive for information).

9. Install the hard drive:
   
   
   1. Place the hard drive in the bracket so that all three screw-hole tabs insert into the three screw holes on the hard drive.
      
      
   2. Secure the drive to the bracket with the screws that you removed in step 6.
      
      
   3. Install the bracket into the computer with the two bracket-securing screws that you removed in step 6.
      
      

1	hard drive
2	bracket tabs (2)
3	drive slots (2)
4	bracket securing screw
5	drive bracket
6	bracket securing screw

NOTICE: Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").

10. Connect the power and data cables to the back of the replacement drive.
    
    
11. Replace the computer cover.
    
    

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
    
    

See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

Adding a Second Hard Drive

CAUTION: Before you begin this procedure, follow the safety instructions.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a soft surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
   
   
2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
   
   

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
   
   
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
   
   

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

5. Remove the computer cover.
   
   

NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.

6. Remove the primary hard drive and bracket. The primary hard drive and bracket must be moved to the forward position, flush with the front panel.
   
   
7. Remove the secondary hard drive bracket from the computer:
   
   
   1. Remove the two bracket-securing screws on the bracket for the secondary drive.
      
      
   2. Remove the bracket for the secondary drive from the computer.
      

NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.

NOTICE: When you unpack the drive, do not set it on a hard surface, which may damage the drive. Instead, set the drive on a soft surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

8. Unpack the secondary hard drive.
   
   
9. Check the jumper setting on the back of the second drive.

Ensure that the jumper setting on the new device is set for "cable select" (see the documentation that came with the drive for information).

10. Install the primary hard drive:
    
    
    1. Place the two bracket tabs into the drive slots inside the computer's front panel.
       
       
    2. Swing the bracket forward so that it is flush with the the computer's front panel.
       
       
    3. Replace the two bracket-securing screws. 

11. Install the secondary hard drive:
    
    
    1. Place the secondary hard drive in the bracket so that all three screw-hole tabs insert into the three screw holes on the hard drive.
       
       
    2. Secure the drive to the bracket with the screws that you removed in step 6.
       
       
    3. Install the bracket into the computer with the two bracket-securing screws that you removed in step 6.

    
    
    

12. Connect the power and data cables to the back of the drives.
    
    

NOTICE: Match the black drive connector with the primary hard drive and the grey drive connector with the secondary hard drive.

Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").

13. Replace the computer cover.
    
    

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

14. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
    
    

See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

CD/DVD Drive

CAUTION: Before you begin this procedure, follow the safety instructions.

1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
   
   

NOTE: Drives sold by Dell come with their own operating software and documentation. After you install a drive, see the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing and using the drive software.

2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
   
   

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
   
   
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
   
   

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

5. Remove the computer cover.
   
   
6. Release and remove the front panel:
   
   
   1. Push the release lever to release the top tab.
      
      
   2. Reach inside the computer and push the bottom tab toward you to release it (the middle tab releases automatically).
      
      
   3. Rotate the front panel to separate it from the side hinges.
      

7. Ensure that the jumper setting on the new drive is set for "cable select" (see the documentation that came with the drive for information).
   
   
8. Remove the two extra drive alignment screws, shown in the second figure below, from the front of the computer and insert them into the drive.
   

1	drive alignment screws (2)
2	drive

NOTE: Some computers come with only two extra alignment screws; others come with four. You only need two alignment screws for this procedure.

9. Gently slide the drive into place.
   
   

1	securing screw
2	drive alignment screws (2)
3	extra drive alignment screws (2 or 4)
4	drive

10. Once the drive is in place, apply pressure to ensure that the drive is fully seated.
    
    
11. Use the securing screw that came with the drive to attach the drive to the computer.
    
    

NOTICE: Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").

12. Connect the drive's power and data cables to the system board connectors.
    
    
13. Connect the power, audio, and drive cables to the drive.
    
    
14. Check all cable connections, and then fold the cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents.
    
    
15. Reattach the front panel to the side hinges, and then rotate it until it snaps onto the front of the computer.
    
    

1	side hinges (3)
2	front panel

16. Replace the computer cover.
    
    

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

17. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
    
    

See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

Adding a Second CD or DVD Drive

CAUTION: Before you begin this procedure, follow the safety instructions.

1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
   
   
2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
   
   

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
   
   
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
   
   

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

5. Remove the computer cover.
   
   

NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.

6. Release and remove the front panel.
   
   
7. Remove the middle front-panel insert by pushing on the back of the insert.
   
   

8. Ensure that the jumper setting on the new drive is set for "cable select" (see the documentation that came with the drive for information).
   
   
9. Remove two drive extra alignment screws from the front of the computer, beneath the floppy drive, and insert them into the drive.
   
   

1	drive alignment screws (2)
2	drive

NOTE: Some computers come with only two extra alignment screws; others come with four. You only need two alignment screws for this procedure.

10. Gently slide the drive into place.
    
    

1	securing screw
2	drive alignment screws (2)
3	extra drive alignment screws (two on certain computers)

11. Once the drive is in place, apply pressure to ensure that the drive is fully seated.
    
    
12. Use the securing screw that came with the drive to attach the drive to the computer.
    
    

NOTICE: Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").

13. Locate the data cable from the CD or DVD drive in the upper drive bay and connect its middle data connector to the new drive.
    
    
14. Connect the drive's power and data cables to the system board.
    
    
15. Check all cable connections, and then fold the cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents.
    
    
16. Reattach the front panel to the side hinges, and then rotate it until it snaps onto the front of the computer.
    
    

1	side hinges
2	front panel

17. Replace the computer cover.
    
    

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

18. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
    
    

See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

Floppy Drive

CAUTION: Before you begin this procedure, follow the safety instructions.

1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
   
   
2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
   
   

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
   
   
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
   
   

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

5. Remove the computer cover.
   
   
6. Release and remove the front panel.
   
   
7. If a drive is installed in the second CD/DVD drive bay, remove the bottom, floppy-drive insert by pushing the back of the insert. If a drive is not installed in the second CD/DVD drive bay, remove both the bottom, floppy-drive insert and the middle CD/DVD drive insert.
   
   

8. Insert the floppy drive panel along the panel opening hinges.



9. Rotate the floppy drive panel to secure it in place.



1	hinges
2	floppy drive panel

10. If the second CD/DVD drive bay is empty, replace the middle CD/DVD drive insert.



11. Connect the floppy-drive power cable to the back of the drive.

NOTICE: Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").

12. Connect the data cable to the back of the drive and to the floppy drive connector on the system board.



13. Position the top of the floppy drive bracket so that it is completely flush with the bottom of the second CD/DVD drive bay, and then slide the floppy drive bracket forward into place.

NOTE: The top of the floppy drive bracket has two slots that fit into two clips on the bottom of the second CD/DVD drive bay. When the floppy drive bracket is properly mounted, it remains in place without support.

1	top bracket screw
2	drive bracket
3	floppy drives

14. Secure the floppy drive bracket with the top bracket screw that came with your drive.



15. Reattach the front panel to the side hinges, and then rotate it until it snaps onto the front of the computer.



1	side hinges (3)
2	front panel



16. Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents.



17. Replace the computer cover.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

18. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

19. Enter system setup and update the appropriate Diskette Drive A option to reflect the size and capacity of your new floppy drive.



20. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics.

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