Recommended Drive Cable Connections

Connect serial ATA hard drives to connectors labeled "SATA0" or "SATA1" on the system board.

Connect serial ATA CD or DVD drives to connectors labeled "SATA4" or "SATA5" on the system board.

NOTE: SATA 4 and SATA 5 are not supported on Inspiron 530b/530d.

Connecting Drive Cables

When you install a drive, you connect two cables—a DC power cable and a data cable—to the back of the drive.

Power Connector

1

2

1 power cable

2

power input connector

Drive Interface Connectors

The drive cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion. Properly align the cable connector key on the cable and the drive before connecting.

Serial ATA Connector

1

2

1

interface cable

2

interface connector

Removing and Installing Parts

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