Related LinksSafety instructionsInstalling a hot swappable 2.5-inch hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard driveadapterPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onlyperform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or asdirected by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that isnot authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructionsthat are shipped with your product.1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.Steps1. Align the screw holes on the 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive with the screw holes on the 3.5-inchhard drive adapter.2. Install the screws to secure the hot swappable hard drive to the 3.5-inch hard drive adapter.Figure 40. Installing a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter1. 3.5-inch hard drive adapter 2. screw (2)3. 2.5-inch hard driveNext stepsInstall the 3.5-inch adapter into the 3.5-inch hard drive carrier.Related LinksSafety instructionsRemoving a 2.5-inch hot swappable hard drive from a 3.5-inch hard drive adapter110