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Installing an Internal Hard Drive Bay
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that
came with the product.
1Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and from the peripherals.
2Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 87.
3Lift the latch on your internal hard drive bay and align the bay on the support bracket.
4Rotate the latch to lock.
Removing an Internal Hard Drive From the Internal
Remove the screws on the sides of the internal