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Test the hard drive by running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 50).
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Install your operating system on the hard drive. For instructions, see the documentation that came
with your operating system
Floppy Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the
Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
removing the cover.
Removing a Floppy Drive
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59.
NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the cables connected to the CD/DVD drive in the following step, as long as
the cables do not obstruct your working area once the drive is set aside.
2
Remove the CD/DVD drive (see "Removing a CD/DVD Drive" on page 87) and carefully set it aside.
NOTICE: Do not pull the drive out of the computer by the drive cables. Doing so may cause damage to the cables
and cable connectors.
3
Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the floppy drive towards the back of the computer. Then, lift
up to remove the drive from the computer.
1 drive release latch 2 floppy drive
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