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3
Replace and tighten the screws on the hard drive.
4
Replace the hard drive cover and tighten the captive screws.
5
Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring
your Microsoft Windows Operating System" on page142).
6
Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see
"Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page138).

Returning a Hard Drive to Dell

Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original, or comparable, foam
packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
Optical Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

Removing the Optical Drive

1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 153.
2
Turn the computer over.
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