Dell DT549, PP22X owner manual Returning a Hard Drive to Dell, Removing the Optical Drive

5Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 133).

6Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 130).

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.

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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

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 137.

2Turn the computer over.

3Remove the locking screw from the optical drive.

4Using a plastic scribe, push the notch to release the optical drive from the bay.

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