Storage; Removing 2.5-Inch Drive; Installing The 2.5-Inch Drive Assembly - Dell OptiPlex 3050 Small Form Factor Owner's Manual

3. Route the HDD assembly cables through the clip.
4. Slide the release tab to lock the module.
5. Connect the power data and power cable on the hard drive and optical drive module.
6. Install the bezel.
7. Install the cover.
8. Follow the procedure in

Storage

Depending on the configuration you choose, you will find either one 3.5–inch hard drive assembly or two 2.5–inch hard drive
assemblies.

Removing 2.5-inch drive

1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the:
a. cover
b. hard drive and optical drive module
3. To remove the hard drive:
a. Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the module [1].
b. Slide and lift the hard drive away from the module [2].

Installing the 2.5-inch drive assembly

1. Insert the drive assembly into the slot on the computer.
2. Connect the power cable to the slot on the drive bracket.
3. Install the:
a. hard drive and optical drive module
b. cover
4. Follow the procedure in
18 Removing and installing components
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