NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

1If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure.

2Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 63.

3Remove the computer cover (see page 68).

Removing a Hard Drive

1Disconnect the power and hard drive cables from the drive.

power cable

hard drive cable

2Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out.

tabs (2)

hard drive

Removing and Installing Parts

 

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Dell XPS 400 owner manual Removing a Hard Drive, Power cable Hard drive cable, Tabs Hard drive