Dell Latitude C610 Service Manual

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Hard Drive: Dell Latitude C610/C510 Service Manualfile:///C|/Work%20Area%20-%20A/E%20DOC%20Posting/latc610/service%20manual/hdd.htm[2/1/2013 11:00:44 AM]Back to Contents PageHard DriveDell™ Latitude™ C610/C510 Service ManualRemoving the Hard DriveReplacing the Hard DriveRemoving the Hard Drive1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installedbatteries.NOTICE: The hard drive is very sensitive to shock. Handle the hard drive by its edges (do not squeeze the top of thehard drive case), and avoid dropping it.NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure.NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drivewhile the computer is running, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metalhousing of the hard drive.2. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer.3. Turn the computer over. Remove the M3 x 5-mm screw from the hard drive door.Hard Drive Removal1 bottom of computer2 M3 x 5-mm screw3 hard drive door