Replacing the Hard Drive | 5321 Replacing the Hard DriveWARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety informationthat shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" onpage 11. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "AfterWorking Inside Your Computer" on page 13. For additional safety best practicesinformation, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling thehard drive.Procedure1 Align the screw holes on the straps with the screw holes on the hard drive andreplace the screws that secure the straps to the hard drive.2 Connect the power and data-cable connector to the hard-drive assembly.3 With the straps facing up, align the hard-drive assembly screws with the slots on thehard-drive cage, and then gently press down the hard-drive assembly.Postrequisites1 Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 49.2 Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 21.