Adding or replacing a second hard drive, Adding a second hard drive – Dell OptiPlex 160L User Manual
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10.
Connect the power and data cables to the back of the replacement drive.
11.
Replace the computer cover
.
12.
Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.
Adding a Second Hard Drive
1.
Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
2.
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut
down your computer, turn them off now.
3.
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4.
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
5.
Remove the computer cover
.
6.
Remove the primary hard drive and bracket
. The primary hard drive and bracket must be moved to the forward position, flush with the front panel.
7.
Remove the secondary hard drive bracket from the computer:
a.
Remove the two bracket-securing screws on the bracket for the secondary drive.
b.
Remove the bracket for the secondary drive from the computer.
1 hard drive
2 bracket tabs (2)
3 drive slots (2)
4 bracket securing screw
5 drive bracket
6 bracket securing screw
NOTICE:
Match the colored strip on the cable with pin 1 on the drive (pin 1 is marked as "1").
NOTICE:
To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.
CAUTION:
Before you begin this procedure, follow the
safety instructions
.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a soft surface, such as a foam pad, that will
sufficiently cushion it.
NOTICE:
To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
NOTICE:
Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the
computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.