Dell Latitude C540 - Manual (Page 101)

NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive.
CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not
touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your
System Information Guide.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other
than Dell.
To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:
Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 1.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2.
If the computer is docked, undock it. 3.
Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. 4.
Wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices. 5.
Remove any installed PC Cards, batteries, and devices. 6.
Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer, and continue to do so
periodically during this procedure. 7.
Turn the computer over. Use a small screwdriver to remove the hard drive screw(s), and place the
screw(s) in a safe location. 8.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See
"Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your System Information Guide."
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