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Modular Drive
Dell Precision™ Service Manual
Removing the Modular Drive
Replacing the Modular Drive
The modular drive bay supports either a second hard drive, an optical drive, or an air bay for travel.
Removing the Modular Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
NOTE: The modular drive security screw is optional and may not be installed on your computer.
1.Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.
2.Close the display and turn the computer over.
3.If a security screw is in place, remove it from the drive.
4.Push the drive lever in to release it.
5.Pull the drive out of the modular bay.
1 | modular bay | 2 | modular drive |
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3 | drive lever | 4 | security screw (optional) |
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Replacing the Modular Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
NOTE: The modular drive security screw is optional and may not be installed on your computer.
1.Slide the drive into the modular bay until it is properly seated.
2.Push the release latch in to secure the drive.
3.If a security screw was removed, replace the security screw.
4.Follow the procedure After Working on Your Computer.