112 Adding and Replacing PartsHard DriveCAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housingof the hard drive.CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in theProduct Information Guide.NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see page 109) before removing the hard drive. Do notremove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive.NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system,drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 102 and "ReinstallingDrivers and Utilities" on page 100.1 optical drive 2 optical-drive security screw 3 notch213
