CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before working inside the computer.
Remove the screw that secures the eSATA connector.
Remove the eSATA cable from the routing guide.
Lift the connector and cable out of the computer base.
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screw
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eSATA connector
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eSATA connector cable
Replacing the eSATA Connector
Place the eSATA connector in the computer base.
Replace the screw that secures the eSATA connector.
Route the eSATA cable through the routing guide.
NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
