Removing The Hard Drive Bracket - Dell OptiPlex 3080 Small Form Factor Service Manual

Steps
1. Disconnect the hard drive data cable and power cable from the connectors on the hard drive.
2. Remove the 6-32 screw.
3. Release the hard drive assembly from the notch and slide the hard drive assembly out.
NOTE: Note the orientation of the hard drive so that you can replace it correctly.

Removing the hard drive bracket

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the front bezel.
4. Remove the 2.5 in. hard drive assembly.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the hard drive cage and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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