Dell XPS M2010 - Page 78

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6. Replace the drive panel (see Installing the Drive Panel).
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7. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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Installing a CD/DVD Drive
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
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3. Remove the drive panel (see Removing the Drive Panel).
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4. Remove the existing CD/DVD drive, if applicable (see Removing a CD/DVD Drive).
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5. Prepare the CD/DVD drive for installation and check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your
computer.
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6. If no screws are attached to the drive, check the inside of the drive panel for screws and, if screws are present, attach the screws to the new drive.
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7. Gently slide the drive into the drive bay until you hear a click or feel the drive securely installed.
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drive-release latch
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CD/DVD drive
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.
NOTE: If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select setting.
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CD/DVD drive
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shoulder screws (3)