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NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.

NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 128 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 125).

Removing the Hard Drive

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 133.

2Turn the computer over and remove the two hard drive screws.

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NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the

Product Information Guide).

3Slide the hard drive out of the computer.

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Adding and Replacing Parts