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Figure 10. Removing and installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank
1. hard-drive blank 2. release button
Installing a 2.5 inch hard-drive blank
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. If installed, remove the front bezel.
3. Insert the hard-drive blank into the hard-drive slot until the release button clicks into place.
4. If applicable, install the front bezel.
Removing Hard Drive
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. If applicable, remove the bezel.
3. Using the management software, prepare the hard drive for removal. Wait until the indicators on the
hard-drive carrier signal that the hard drive can be removed safely. For more information, see the
documentation for the storage controller.
If the hard drive is online, the green activity/fault indicator flashes as the drive is turned off. When the
hard-drive indicators are off, the hard drive is ready for removal.
CAUTION: To prevent data loss, ensure that your operating system supports installation. See the
documentation supplied with your operating system.
1. Press the release button to open the hard-drive carrier release handle.
2. Slide the hard-drive carrier out of the hard-drive slot.
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