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Hard Drive

Dell™ Inspiron™ 1100 and 5100 Service Manual

Removing the Hard 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 Owner's Manual.

NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.

NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive.

NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
   
   
2. Turn the computer over, and remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm hard drive screws.
   
   

1	M2.5 x 5-mm screws (2)
2	hard drive

NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your Owner's Manual.

3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
   
   

Installing the Hard Drive

1. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
   
   

Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.

NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.

2. Insert the drive into the bay, and push the hard drive until it is fully seated in the bay.
   
   
3. Replace and tighten the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws.
   
   
4. Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your computer.
   
   
5. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for your computer.
   
   

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