Hard drive, Removing a hard drive – Dell OptiPlex GX280 User Manual

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Hard Drive

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

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.

1. If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this

procedure.

2. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.

3. Follow the procedures in "

Removing a Hard Drive

1. Disconnect the power cable and hard-drive cable from the drive.