Dell OptiPlex 5080 - Installing the 3.5-Inch Hard-Disk Drive

2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the fan duct.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Disconnect the data and power cables from the connectors on the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive module.
2. Slide the 3.5-inch. hard-disk drive up to release the four (#6-32) grommet screws from its slot on the chassis.
3. Remove the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive away from the chassis.
Installing the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard-disk drive and provides a visual representation of the installation
procedure.
Disassembly and reassembly
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