Upper 3.5-Inch Bay - Dell Dimension XPS D Series Reference And Troubleshooting Manual

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The mini tower computer has two 3.5-inch drive bays, and the desktop computer has
one (upper bay).
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To install a drive in the upper 3.5-inch bay, follow these steps:
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NOTE: The screws used to secure the drive to the bracket and to the left side of
the drive cage have 3-millimeter (mm) threads. Be sure to use only these screws
when attaching the drive to the bracket and when securing the left side of the
drive to the drive cage.
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Save the metal plate in case you later permanently remove the drive from the
bay. The plate has a screw hole in the center so that it can be attached to the
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