Dell HR675 Configuring the Boot Device, Diskette Drive Optional, Removing the Diskette Drive

12Enter the System Setup program and ensure that the hard drive’s controller is enabled (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 41).

13Exit the System Setup program and reboot the system.

See the documentation that came with the hard drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

NOTICE: To avoid possible hard drive failure, do not turn off or reboot your system while the hard drive is being formatted.

Configuring the Boot Device

NOTE: System boot is not supported from an external device attached to a SAS or SCSI adapter. See support.dell.com for the latest support information about booting from external devices.

If booting the system from a hard drive, the drive must be attached to the primary (boot) controller. The device from which the system boots is determined by the boot order specified in the System Setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 41).

Diskette Drive (Optional)

Removing the Diskette Drive

CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.

1Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and from the peripherals.

2Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 63).

3Remove the system cover (see "Removing the System Cover" on page 66).

4Remove the processor airflow shroud (see "Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud" on page 70).

5Disconnect the power and data cables from the diskette drive.

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