Replacing The Hard Drive - Dell Vostro A840 Service Manual

1 hard drive cage
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in a protective antistatic package (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge"
in the safety instructions shipped with your computer).
Replacing the Hard Drive
1. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
NOTE: 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.
2. Place the hard drive in the hard drive cage and press it down until it snaps into place.
3. Push down the hard drive assembly in place by aligning the hard drive connector with the system board connector.
4. Replace the two screws securing the hard drive assembly to the system board.
5. Replace the system board (see
6. Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it clicks into place.
NOTICE: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the computer.
7. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in your Setup Guide).
8. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your Setup Guide).
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2 hard drive
"Replacing the System Board).