Dell Latitude D820 Technical Manual page 78

1. Follow the procedures in
2. Turn the computer upside-down, and remove the two screws that secure the hard drive carrier
to the chassis.
1 screws (2)
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging.
See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product Information Guide.
3. Slide the hard drive carrier out of the computer.
4. 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.
5. Slide the new hard drive into the bay and into the connector until it is fully seated.
6. Replace the screws.
7. Install the operating system for your computer (see
8. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer (see
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard
drive may be damaged in transit.
Before You Begin.
Restoring Your Operating
Reinstalling Drivers and
System).
Utilities).