Dell Dimension XPS R Series Service Manual page 49

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NOTE: The drive cage is the same in both the desktop and mini tower comput-

ers. The drive cage in the mini tower computer is mounted 90 degrees

clockwise from the one shown in Figure 4-4. This rotation positions the drives

horizontally when the computer is set up.

To remove or install a drive in the drive cage, first remove the drive cage from

the chassis as follows:

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The side of the chassis contains three detents that secure the drive cage to

the side of the chassis. The drive cage may be slightly difficult to slide for-

ward until it detaches from these detents.

tabs (6)

Removing and Replacing Parts

drive cage

screw

drive cage slots (6)

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