Hard Drive - Dell bpcwcsn_5 - OptiPlex - 740 User Manual

Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
When connecting and disconnecting a SATA data cable, hold the cable by the black connector at each
end.

Hard Drive

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Information Guide
.
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
removing the computer cover.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as
a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.
Removing a Hard Drive
1 If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you
begin this procedure.
2 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 19.
3 Disconnect the power and hard-drive cables from the drive.
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