Installing a Hard Drive

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

2.Remove the computer cover.

3.If you are installing a replacement hard drive, remove the old hard drive.

4.Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation.

5.Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.

NOTE: If your replacement hard drive does not have the hard drive bracket attached, remove the bracket from the old drive by unsnapping it from the drive. Snap the bracket onto the new drive.

1 drive 2 hard drive bracket

6.Gently slide the drive into place until you feel a click or feel the drive securely installed.

7.Connect the power and hard-drive cables to the drive.

1 serial ATA data cable

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Dell DCSM manual Installing a Hard Drive