Dell PowerEdge SC1430 - Manual (Page 63)

Installing System Components
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23 Partition and logically format your drive before you proceed to the next step.
See the documentation for your operating system for instructions.
24 (Optional) Test the hard drive. See "Running the System Diagnostics" on page 113 for instructions.
Diskette Drive
Removing the Diskette Drive
CAUTION:
Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the
components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for
complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer and protecting against electrostatic
discharge.
1 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 43.
3 Remove the front drive bezel. See "Removing and Replacing the Front Drive Bezel" in
"Troubleshooting Your System."
4 Disconnect the power and interface cables from the diskette drive. See Figure 3-16.
5 Pull the drive bay sliding plate downward in the direction of the arrow on the plate. See Figure 3-16.
6 Hold the sliding plate in position and slowly pull the drive out of the bay.
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