Dell Vostro 1310 - Replacing the Hard Drive

Replacing the Hard Drive
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1. Slide the hard drive into the hard-drive bracket.
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2. Replace the two hard-drive bracket screws to secure the hard drive to the hard drive bracket.
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3. Slide the hard drive into the hard drive connector until the drive is fully seated.
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4. Replace the hard-drive compartment cover, aligning the notches.
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5. Replace the M2.5 x 5-mm screw to secure the cover.
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6. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed. For information about reinstalling the operating system, see the Setup and Quick Reference
Guide for your computer on support.dell.com.
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7. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed. For information on reinstalling drivers and utilities, see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide
for your computer on support.dell.com.
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CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the hard drive into place. Excessive force may result in damage to the connector.
NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure first.