Hard Drive: Dell XPS M1330 Service Manual
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Hard Drive
Dell™ XPS™ M1330 Service Manual
Removing the Hard Drive
CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal
housing of the hard drive.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer) before removing the hard
drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on or in Sleep state.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.
NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers,
and utilities on the new hard drive (see "Restoring Your Operating System" and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in
your Owner's Manual).
Removing the Hard Drive
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Turn the computer over.
3. Remove the four M3 x 3-mm screws and slide the hard drive away from the bay.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see "Protecting
Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product Information Guide).
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