Dell Precision 490 Desktop User Manual page 56

1 power cable 4 optional SAS contoller card
2 SAS data cable 5 SAS cable
3 SAS hard drive
NOTICE: If only one hard drive is to be installed, it should be connected to the SATA0 connector on the system board.
12. Ensure that all connectors are properly cabled and firmly seated.
13. Rotate the hard-drive carrier back into place (see
14. Replace the computer cover (see
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.
15. Connect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.
NOTICE: In a mixed configuration of two SAS drives and one SATA drive, the SATA drive must be the boot (primary) drive and must go in the FlexBay.
16. If the drive you just installed is the primary drive, insert bootable media into drive A.
17. Enter the system setup program (see
18. Exit the system setup program and reboot the computer.
19. Partition and logically format your drive before you proceed to the next step.
See the documentation for your operating system for instructions.
20. Test the hard drive. See Dell Diagnostics
21. If the drive you just installed is the primary drive, install your operating system on the hard drive.
Removing an Optional Third Hard Drive (Tower Computer Only)
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.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the hard 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.
1. If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data that you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure.
2. Follow the procedures in Before You
3. Remove the computer cover (see
4. Remove the drive panel (see
NOTICE: If metal shields are present in your computer configuration, they must be installed at all times while your computer is in use or your computer
may not function properly.
5. If metal shields are present in your computer (see
slide the sliding-plate lever to the right and hold it in place as you pull to remove the vented metal insert from the FlexBay.
6. Disconnect the power cable from the back of the hard drive.
Rotating the Hard-Drive Carrier Back into the
Replacing the Computer Cover).
System Setup), and update the appropriate Drive option.
for instructions.
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Removing the Computer Cover).
Removing the Drive Panel).
About the Metal Shields Present in Some Drive
Computer).
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