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Hard Drive
Dell™Vostro™1500andInspiron™1520/1521ServiceManual
Removing the Hard Drive
Replacing the Hard Drive
Removing the Hard Drive
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Turn the computer over.
3. Remove the four M3 x 3-mm screws that secure the hard drive.
4. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
5. Remove the two M3 x 3-mm screws from each side of the hard drive bezel, then pull to separate the bezel from the hard drive.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from sources other than Dell.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: Do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive if you remove the hard drive from the computer while the drive is hot.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on or in
Sleep state.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store the drive in protective antistatic packaging.
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hard drive
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M3 x 3-mm screws (4)