A dding and Repl aci ng Part s 109HINT: Dell does notguarantee compatibilityor provide support forhard drives from sourcesother than Dell.To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:1 Make sure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratchingthe computer cover.2 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut downthe computer (see page 42).3 If the computer is docked, undock it.4 Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.5 Wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.6 Remove any installed PC Cards, batteries, and devices.Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pinsand contacts.7 Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of thecomputer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure.HINT: You need theOperating System CD toinstall the Windows ®operating system. Youalso need theDrivers andUtilities CD for yourcomputer to install thedrivers and utilities on thenew hard drive.8 Turn the computer over. Use a small screwdriver to remove the harddrive screw(s), and place the screw(s) in a safe location.NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protectiveantistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" onpage 15.9 Lift the hard drive cover until you feel a click.bottom of computerhard drivescrew1H018bk3.book Page 109 Monday, October 14, 2002 2:26 PM
