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168 Adding and Replacing Parts
Replacing the Hard Drive
1
Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use
excessive force, you may damage the connector.
2
Place the hard drive assembly in the hard drive bay by aligning the tabs on
the hard drive assembly with the slots in the bay and pressing the
connector end down.
3
Replace the hard drive door and tighten the screws.
4
Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring
Your Microsoft
®
Windows Vista™ Operating System" on page 153).
5
Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see
"Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 149).
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original, or comparable, foam
packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
1 foam packaging 2 hard drive
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