Dell Latitude D500 - Manual (Page 17)

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Hard Drive
Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual
1. Follow the instructions in " Preparing to Work Inside the Computer ."
2. Turn the computer over. Use a standard #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw.
3. Open the display approximately 0.5 inch.
4. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
5. Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging to use when storing or shipping the hard drive.
CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your System Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computerbefore removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in
standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.
1 M2.5 x 5-mm screw
NOTICE: If you do not open the display before you remove your hard drive, you might permanently scratch your display.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your
System Information Guide.