Dell Latitude Xpi CD - Manual (Page 45)

Removing and Replacing Parts 4-7
The following subsections provide instructions for removing and replacing
these parts and assemblies. Some of the instructions are preceded by a table list-
ing the Dell order name for the part or assembly being replaced. A more
detailed breakdown of parts and assemblies can be found in Appendix A, “Fac-
tory Repair Parts.”
Hard-Disk Drive Assembly
Figure 4-6. Hard-Disk Drive Assembly Removal
To remove the hard-disk drive assembly, follow these steps:
1. Slide the drive latch toward the front of the computer to release the
hard-disk drive assembly from the hard-disk drive bay.
The latch is on the left-front corner of the computer.
2. Grasp the drive door and pull the drive out of the computer.
When reinserting the drive into the drive bay, ensure that the drive latch is open.
Then slide the drive completely into the hard-disk drive bay.
Part or Assembly Name Order Name
Hard-disk drive assembly CUS,HD,xxxxx,yyMM,zzz,LXP *
* Substitute the drive capacity for xxxxx, the drive height for yy, and the
manufacturer for zzz.
CAUTION: The hard-disk drive is very sensitive to shock. Handle the
assembly with care and avoid dropping it even from a height of 1 inch.
drive latch
front of computer
drive door
PC Card slot
hard-disk drive