Media card reader – Dell Precision T7400 (Late 2007) User Manual

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Adding and Replacing Parts

13 Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn

them on.
See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on

installing any software required for drive operation.

14 Enter system setup and select the appropriate Diskette Drive option (see

"System Setup" on page 75).

15 Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics

(see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 123).

Media Card Reader

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

CAUTION:

To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from

the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

NOTICE:

To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge

static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic

components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the

computer.

NOTE:

A floppy drive or Media Card Reader must be installed in the 3.5-inch drive

carrier in order to be installed in a drive bay.

Removing a Media Card Reader

1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 139.

CAUTION:

Your computer is heavy (it has an approximate minimum weight of 55

lbs) and can be difficult to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to lift,
move, or tilt it; this computer requires a two-man lift. Always lift correctly to avoid
injury; avoid bending over while lifting. See your

Product Information Guide for

other important safety information.

CAUTION:

The computer stand should be installed at all times to ensure

maximum system stability. Failure to install the stand could result in the computer
tipping over, potentially resulting in bodily injury or damage to the computer.

2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on

page 141).

3 Remove the drive panel (see "Removing the Drive Panel" on page 246).
4 Disconnect the interface cable from the back of the Media Card Reader.

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