Dell 3100, E310 Drive Panels, Removing the Drive Panel, Removing the Drive-Panel Insert

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5.Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

6.Uninstall the driver for the card that you removed.

7.If you removed a sound card:

a.Enter system setup, select Audio Controller, and then change the setting to On.

b.Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on the back panel of the computer.

8.If you removed an add-in network connector:

a.Enter system setup, select Network Controller, and then change the setting to On.

b.Connect the network cable to the integrated connector on the back panel of the computer.

Drive Panels

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

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

Removing the Drive Panel

1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."

1

drive panel

 

 

2

sliding plate

3

sliding plate lever

 

 

2. Grasp the sliding plate lever and push it towards the base of the computer until the drive panel snaps open.

NOTE: This sliding plate secures and releases the drive panel and helps to secure the drives.

3.Pivot the drive panel outward and lift it from its side hinges.

4.Set the drive panel aside in a secure location.

Removing the Drive-Panel Insert

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Front View of Computer Back View of Computer About Your Dell Dimension 3100/E310 ComputerBack to Contents Front View of ComputerLights Back View of ComputerPage Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Advanced TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution System LightsLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsComponents Connection see System Board Components Beep CodesCode Cause Back to Contents Turning Off Your Computer Before You BeginGetting Started Recommended ToolsOpen the computer cover Back to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover DDR2 Memory Overview Removing and Installing PartsInstalling Memory MemoryReplace the computer cover Removing Memory CardsPage Removing an Expansion Card Removing the Drive Panel Drive PanelsRemoving the Drive-Panel Insert Removing the Optical Drive-Panel Insert Replacing the FlexBay or Optical Drive-Panel InsertReplacing the Drive Panel DrivesDrive Interface Connectors Connecting Drive CablesIDE Drive Addressing Removing a Hard Drive Power Cable ConnectorConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Adding a Second Hard Drive optional Removing a Floppy Drive Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Removing a Media Card Reader Media Card ReaderReplace the computer cover Installing a Media Card Reader Removing a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Removing the Processor ProcessorInstalling the Processor Page Removing the System Board System BoardRemoving the Power Supply Power SupplyReplacing the System Board Replacing the Power Supply BatteryReplacing the Battery Locate the battery socket Specifications Controls and Lights ConnectorsPower DrivesEnvironmental PhysicalClearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos Settings System SetupEntering System Setup System Setup OptionsBoard as Off, USB, Internal, or Read Only SystemThrough Friday Boot SequenceEnter system setup Clearing Forgotten PasswordsOpen the computer cover Clearing Cmos Settings Inside View of Your Computer Technical OverviewSystem Board Components Jumper Setting Description Jumper SettingsDC Power Connector P1 Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsPin Number Signal Name Color Wire Gauge DC Power Connectors P8 and P9 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connect P3 and P5 DC Power Connector P7Black +5 VDC Red
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