Using the module bay, About the module bay, Swapping devices while the computer is turned off – Dell Latitude C840 User Manual
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Using the Module Bay
Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off
Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Running
About the Module Bay
You can install devices such as a floppy drive, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD/CD-RW drive, Zip drive, second hard drive, or second battery in the
module bay.
Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off
1.
If the computer is not already turned off, save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.
2.
If the computer is connected (docked) to a docking device, undock it.
3.
Close the display and turn the computer over.
4.
Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of the bay.
Removing a Device From the Module Bay
5.
Insert the new device into the bay, and push it until you feel a click.
6.
Turn on the computer.
Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Running
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Windows
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XP
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the docking connector, do not remove or replace devices while the computer is connected to a docking device.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to devices, place them in a travel case when they are not installed in the computer. Store devices in a dry, safe place, and
avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.
NOTICE:
Insert devices before you dock and turn on the computer.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the docking connector, do not remove from or replace in the computer any devices other than PC Cards in the computer
while the computer is connected to a docking device.