Replacing The Hard Drive; Returning A Hard Drive To Dell; Optical Drive - Dell Inspiron 1521 Owner's Manual

1 hard drive
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the
Product Information Guide).
3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.

Replacing the Hard Drive

1. 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.
2. Slide the hard drive into the bay until it is fully seated.
3. Replace and tighten the screws.
4. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see
5. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see

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.
1 foam packaging
Optical Drive
2 screws (4)
Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating
Reinstalling Drivers and
2 hard drive
System).
Utilities).