93CAUTION: Ifyouneedtopoweroffthebladetoserviceaharddriveor SSD, wait 30 secondsaftertheblade’spowerindicator turns off before removing the hard drive or SSD. Otherwise, the hard drive or SSD may not be recognized afterit is reinstalled and the blade is turned on again.Configuring the boot driveThe drive or device from which the system boots is determined by the boot order specified in the System Setup.Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD from a 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD carrierPrerequisiteCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Youshould only perform troubleshooting andsimple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and supportteam. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safetyinstructionsthatcamewiththeproduct.1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.2. Keep the Phillips #1 screwdriver ready.Steps1. Remove the four screws from the slide rails on the hard drive or SSD carrier.2. Slide the hard drive or SSD out of the hard drive or SSD carrier.Figure 48. Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD in a 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD carrier1. screw (4) 2. hard drive orSSD3. hard drive or SSD carrier 4. screw hole (4)Next stepInstall a new 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD in a 2.5-inch hard drive or SSD carrier.
