Adding a second hard drive – Dell Dimension 8250 User Manual
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4.
Install the hard drive into the computer by gently sliding the drive into place until you hear it securely click.
5.
Connect the power and hard-drive cables to the drive.
6.
Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated.
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8.
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.
Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
2.
Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
3.
Turn off your computer and any devices.
4.
Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis, such as the metal around the card-slot openings at the back of the computer,
before touching anything inside your computer.
While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis to dissipate any static electricity that might harm internal
components.
5.
Disconnect your computer and devices from their power sources. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
6.
Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
7.
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 any of the procedures in this section, follow the steps in the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening 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:
To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.