Dell XPS 8950 Service Manual page 23

About this task
NOTE: This computer may have up to two 3.5-inch hard drives installed in the two hard-drive cages on the chassis.
The following image(s) indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Place the computer on its side with the left side facing up.
2. Disconnect the hard-drive data and power cables from the 3.5-inch hard drive.
3. Press the release tabs on the hard-drive carrier and slide the hard-drive carrier out of the hard-drive cage.
4. Pry the hard-drive carrier to release the tabs on the carrier from the slots on the 3.5-inch hard drive.
5. Lift the 3.5-inch hard drive off the hard-drive carrier.
NOTE: Note the orientation of the hard drive so that you can replace it correctly.
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