Dell Inspiron 3800 User Manual
Page 59
Adding Parts
59
HINT:
You need the
Operating System CD to
install the Windows
operating system. You
also need the
System
Software CD to install the
drivers and utilities on the
new hard drive.
1
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
the computer (see page 16).
2
If the computer is docked, undock it (see page 54).
3
Remove all installed batteries, and disconnect the AC adapter cable
and any external devices from the computer.
4
Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screw.
NOTICE:
When the hard drive is not in the computer, protect the drive from
exposure to static electricity by storing it in protective antistatic packaging.
5
Lift up the hard drive cover until you hear a click.
6
Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
7
Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging to use when storing or shipping the hard
drive.
bottom of computer
hard drive
screw