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 System InformationGuide.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down 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.
Turn the computer over. Use a standard #1 Phillips screwdriver to
remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw.
1
M2.5 x 5-mm screw
63PDH
NOTICE: If you do not open the display before you remove your hard drive, you
might permanently scratch your display.
Open the display approximately 1/2 inch, as shown in the following
figure.
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."
Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging to use when storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: If you do not open the display before you replace your hard drive,
you might permanently scratch your display bezel.
Open the display approximately 1/2 inch.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you force
the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the connector.
Press the hard drive cover down until it is fully seated in the bay, and
tighten the screw.
Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your
computer.
Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for
your computer.
