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5 Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE:
Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the
connector.
6 Seat the new hard drive into the bay, and then slide it into the connector by sliding it away from the
screw holes until it is fully seated.
7 Replace the cover and tighten the screws.
8 Install the operating system for your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 104.
9 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 102.
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard
drive may be damaged in transit.
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