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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" on page 9) 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" on page 9.
2
Turn the computer over.
3
Remove the four M3 x 3-mm screws and slide the hard drive out of the bay.
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