Dell X87001253BLK, XPS 8700 manual Installing a third Hard-Drive optional

Installing a third Hard-Drive (optional)

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

CAUTION: Hard drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.

Prerequisites

1Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 15.

2Remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 21.

Procedure

1Insert a screw driver and twist it to remove the break-away metal plate.

2Pull the break-away metal plate away from the chassis.

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1break-away metal plate

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