Removing The 2.5-Inch Hard-Disk Drive Bracket - Dell OptiPlex 5080 Service Manual

Steps
1. Disconnect the hard-drive data and power cables from the connectors on the 2.5-inch hard-disk drive module.
2. Press the release tabs on both the sides of the hard-disk drive bracket to release it from the slots on the computer chassis.
3. Tilt the hard-disk drive assembly slightly at an angle.
4. Lift the hard-disk drive assembly from the computer.
NOTE: Note the orientation of the hard-disk drive so that you can replace it correctly.

Removing the 2.5-inch hard-disk drive bracket

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the fan duct.
4. Remove the 2.5 in. hard-disk drive
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