Dell Dimension 5000 - Manual (Page 26)

Hard Drive
Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
Removing a Hard Drive
1. Follow the procedures in " Before you Begin ."
2. Disconnect the power and hard-drive cables from the drive.
3. Press in on the blue tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out of the computer.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently
cushion it.
NOTICE: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure.
1 serial ATA data cables
2 power cables