Connecting And Disconnecting Drive Cables; Hard Drive - Dell DIMENSION 5100 User Manual

Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables

When removing an IDE drive data cable, grasp the colored pull tab and pull until the connector
detaches.
When connecting and disconnecting a serial ATA data cable, disconnect the cable using the
pull-tab.
Like IDE connectors, the serial ATA interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a
notch or a missing pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled-in hole on the other connector.

Hard Drive

CAUTION:
Product Information Guide.
CAUTION:
before removing the cover.
NOTICE:
surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.
NOTICE:
you begin this procedure.
Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
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Removing and Installing Parts
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet
To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a
If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before