Replacing The Drive Panel; Removing A Floppy Drive - Dell Precision Workstation 690 User Manual

Replacing the Drive Panel

1. Follow the procedures in Before You
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. Align the drive panel tabs with the side-door hinges.
1 sliding-plate lever
2 sliding-plate
3 drive panel
3. Rotate the drive panel toward the computer until it snaps into place on the drive panel.
4. Replace the computer cover (see
See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.
Floppy Drive
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 Floppy Drive

1. Follow the procedures in Before You
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.
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