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Removing a Floppy Drive
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 21.
2
Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page90).
NOTE: Since the following steps do not require the complete removal of the optical drive, it is not necessary
to disconnect the cables connecting the optical drive.
3
Remove the optical drive (if one exists) and carefully set it aside (see "Removing an Optical Drive" on
page131).
NOTICE: Do not pull the drive out of the computer by the drive cables. Doing so may cause damage to cables and
the cable connectors.
4
Pull up on the drive-release latch and slide the floppy drive the back of the computer. Then, lift up to
remove the drive from the computer.
5
Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the floppy drive.
6
If you are not replacing the floppy drive or media card reader at this time, install the floppy drive
inserts (see "Replacing Drive Inserts" on page131). Contact Dell if you need a drive bay insert.
1 drive release latch
2 floppy drive
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