Dell Inspiron 3800 Solution Manual page 59

Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
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the computer (see page 16).
If the computer is docked, undock it (see page 54).
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Remove all installed batteries, and disconnect the AC adapter cable
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and any external devices from the computer.
Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screw.
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bottom of computer
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, protect the drive from
exposure to static electricity by storing it in protective antistatic packaging.
Lift up the hard drive cover until you hear a click.
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Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
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Remove the new drive from its packaging.
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Save the original packaging to use when storing or shipping the hard
drive.
hard drive
screw
HINT:
You need the
Operating System
CD to
install the Windows
operating system. You
also need the System
Software
CD to install the
drivers and utilities on the
new hard drive.
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