Replacing the hard drive(s), Removing the optical drive(s) – Dell Alienware Aurora R3 (Early 2011) User Manual
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5.
Release the tabs on the hard-drive bracket and lift the hard drive out of the bracket (if applicable).
Replacing the Hard Drive(s)
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Snap the hard-drive bracket on to the new hard drive (if applicable).
3.
Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until the release tabs snap into place.
4.
Connect the power and data cables to the hard-drive assembly (if applicable).
5.
Replace the left side-panel (see
Replacing the Left Side-Panel
).
6.
Connect your computer and all attached devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Removing the Optical Drive(s)
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Press the AlienHead on the front of your computer to lower the drive panel.
1 hard-drive assembly
2 release tabs (2)
1
hard drive
2
tabs (4)
NOTE:
See the documentation that shipped with your new hard drive and ensure that the jumper positioning is correct.