Installing The Hard Drive Assembly - Dell Inspiron 5160 Service Manual

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1 interposer board connector 3 hard drive
2 M3 x 5-mm screws (4)
4 carrier
 
NOTICE:
When removing the interposer board connector from the hard drive, handle the connector carefully to avoid bending the pins.
 
Installing the Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Carrier
Perform these steps if you are replacing individual components instead of a subassembly.
 
1. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
 Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
 
2. Carefully connect the interposer board connector to the end of the hard drive.
NOTICE:
When connecting the interposer board connector to the hard drive, handle the connector carefully to avoid bending the pins.
 
3. Insert the new hard drive into the carrier with the label facing up.
 
4. Replace the four M3 x 5-mm screws on the sides of the hard drive carrier to secure the hard drive.
 

Installing the Hard Drive Assembly

 
1. Insert the hard drive assembly into the bay, and push the drive assembly until it is fully seated in the bay.
NOTICE:
Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.
 
2. Replace and tighten the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws.
 
3. Install the operating system for your computer.
 
4. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer.
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