When you format a hard drive, allow enough time for the formatting to be complete. Be aware that high-capacity hard drives can take a long time to format.Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blankPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Performtroubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directedby the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is notauthorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions thatcame with the product.CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, all empty hard drive slots must have hard driveblanks installed.1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.2. If installed, remove the bezel.StepsPress the release button and slide the hard drive blank out of the hard drive slot.Figure 89. Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive blank1. hard drive blank 2. release buttonRelated LinksSafety instructionsRemoving the optional front bezelInstalling the optional front bezelInstalling a 2.5-inch hard drive blankPrerequisites1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.2. If installed, remove the front bezel.StepsInsert the hard drive blank into the hard drive slot until the release button clicks into place.177
