Dell Studio XPS 435T / 9000 - Replacing the FlexDock Drive Insert

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8. If you are not replacing the FlexDock, replace the metal filler if applicable (see Replacing the Metal Filler) and proceed with step 15.
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9. If you are installing a new FlexDock:
a. Remove the metal filler, if applicable (see Replacing the Metal Filler).
b. Remove the FlexDock drive insert, if applicable (see Replacing the FlexDock Drive Insert).
c. Remove the FlexDock from its packaging.
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10. Gently slide the FlexDock into place in the FlexDock bay.
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11. Connect the FlexDock USB cable to the connector (JUSB4 or JUSB5) on the system board (see System Board Components).
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12. Connect the power cable to the FlexDock power connector.
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13. Align the screw holes on the FlexDock with the screw holes on the FlexDock bay.
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14. Replace the two screws that secure the FlexDock to the chassis.
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15. Replace the front panel (see Replacing the Front Panel).
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16. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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17. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
Replacing the FlexDock Drive Insert
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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3. Remove the front panel (see Replacing the Front Panel).
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4. To remove the FlexDock drive insert, spread the tabs apart and pull the FlexDock drive insert away from the front panel.
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5. To replace the FlexDock drive insert, align the FlexDock drive insert with the FlexDock drive insert slot in the front panel.
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power cable
2
screws (2)
3
FlexDock
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USB cable
CAUTION: To comply with FCC regulations, it is recommended that you replace the FlexDock drive insert whenever the FlexDock is removed from
the computer.