NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that a part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
Hard Drive
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from the electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching unpainted metal on the computer.
NOTICE: The hard drive is very sensitive to shock. Handle it by its edges (do not squeeze the top of the case), and avoid dropping it.
H a r d D r iv e
bottom of computer
hard drive door 
Removing and Replacing Parts
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