Dell Studio 1435 - Replacing the Hard Drive

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6. Remove the four screws (two on either side) to detach the hard drive cage from the hard drive.
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7. Lift the hard drive cage off the hard drive.
Replacing the Hard Drive
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1. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
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2. Replace the four screws (two on either side) securing the hard drive cage to the hard drive.
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3. Connect the interposer to the hard drive.
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4. Replace the two screws securing the hard drive assembly to the computer base.
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5. Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Base Cover).
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6. Slide the battery into the bay until it clicks into place.
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7. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see Dell Technology Guide).
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8. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see Dell Technology Guide).
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1
hard drive
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interposer
3
screw (4)
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hard drive cage
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.
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.