Replacing a hard drive – Dell XPS M2010 (MXP061, Mid 2006) User Manual

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8.

Remove the four M3 x 3-mm screws that attach the hard drive to the hard drive bracket.

 

9.

Pull the strap on the hard drive cable to remove the data cable from the hard drive. Reserve this cable for use with the new hard drive.

 

Replacing a Hard Drive

 

1.

Attach the new hard drive to the brackets using four M3 x 3-mm screws.

 

2.

Connect the data cable to the new hard drive.

 

3.

Connect the hard drive cable to the appropriate connector on the system board (JHDD1 for primary; JHDD2 for secondary).

 

4.

Align the captive screws in each corner of the hard drive with the holes in the frame and tighten the screws.

 

5.

Replace the top cover (see

Replacing the Top Cover

).


 

6.

Replace the cosmetic covers (see

Replacing the Cosmetic Covers

).

 

7.

Firmly attach the keyboard to the computer and close the display (see

Closing the Display

).


 

8.

Turn the computer upside down and replace the system battery (see

Replacing the System Battery

).

1 primary hard drive (HDD1)

2 hard drive bracket

3 captive screws (4)

4 pull tab

 

 

 

 

NOTICE:

When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your

Product Information Guide.

1 hard drive

2 M3 x 3-mm screws (4)

3 hard drive brackets (2)

4 hard drive cable connector

 

 

 

 

NOTICE:

To avoid damage to the keyboard, ensure that you attach the keyboard securely before moving the computer.

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