Removing A Floppy Drive; Installing A Floppy Drive - Dell GX280DT - GX280 Desktop Computer User Manual

15. Enter system setup and update the appropriate Primary Drive option (0 or 2).
16. Exit system setup, and reboot the computer.
17. Partition and logically format your drive before you proceed to the next step.
For instructions, see the documentation that came with your operating system.
18. Test the hard drive by running the
19. Install your operating system on the hard drive.
For instructions, see the documentation that came with your operating system.
Floppy Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

Removing a Floppy Drive

1. Follow the procedures in "Before You
NOTE: Since the following steps do not require the complete removal of the CD/DVD drive, it is not necessary to disconnect the cables connecting the
CD/DVD drive.
2. Remove the CD/DVD drive and carefully set it aside.
NOTICE: Do not pull the drive out of the computer by the drive cables. Doing so may cause damage to cables and the cable connectors.
3. Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the floppy drive towards the back of the computer. Then, lift up to remove the drive from the computer.
1 drive release latch
2 floppy drive
4. Disconnect the power and floppy-drive cables from the back of the floppy drive.

Installing a Floppy Drive

1. If you are installing a new drive:
a. Use a small flat-edge screw driver on the back side of the panel insert to gently pop off the insert.
b. Remove the shoulder screws (4) from the panel insert.
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