Dell C521 specifications Installing a Floppy Drive

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4.Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the floppy drive.

5.Replace the computer cover. See Replacing the Computer Cover.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer.

6. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

Installing a Floppy Drive

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

1.Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the floppy drive and bracket from its packaging.

3.If you are installing a new drive:

a.Remove the drive-panel insert that blocks the FlexBay.

b.Remove the four shoulder screws from the drive-panel insert.

4.If you are replacing an existing drive:

a.Remove the existing drive.

b.Remove the four shoulder screws from the existing drive.

5.Insert the four shoulder screws into the sides of the new floppy drive and tighten them.

6.Attach the power and data cables to the floppy drive.

7.Locate the correct guidance-slot for the drive (slot 2) and align the shoulder screws with the screw guides.

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Contents September 2006 Rev. A00 About Your Computer Front ViewBack Panel I/O Connectors Back View of the ComputerBack to Contents Recommended Tools Before You BeginGetting Started Turning Off Your ComputerPage Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts MemoryDDR2 Memory Overview Installing Memory Cards Removing MemoryInstalling an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion Card Drives Power Cable Connector General Installation GuidelinesDrive Interface Connectors Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesInstalling a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD DriveRemoving a CD/DVD Drive Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Media Card Reader Removing a Media Card ReaderInstalling a Media Card Reader Hard Drive Removing a Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Battery Replacing the BatteryProcessor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Page Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyFront I/O Panel Removing the Front I/O PanelFan Assembly Installing the Front I/O PanelRemoving the Fan Assembly Installing the Fan Assembly System BoardRemoving the System Board Replacing the System Board Page Specifications Connectors DrivesControls and Lights Power PhysicalEnvironmental Overview System SetupEntering System Setup OverviewSystem Setup Options System64MB Boot Menu Post BehaviorClearing Forgotten Passwords and Cmos Settings Jumper Locations Clearing Password SettingsFlashing the Bios Clearing Cmos SettingsTechnical Overview Inside View of Your ComputerSystem Board Components Jumper Settings Jumper Setting DescriptionPower Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments DC Power Connector P1Pin Number Signal name AWG Wire DC Power Connector P4 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connector P3 DC Power Connector P5 and P6Black +12 VDC Yellow September 2006 Rev. A00 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main MenuProblem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution System LightsBeep Codes Code Cause