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Hard Drive
Dell™Latitude™D520ServiceManual
Removing the Hard Drive
Replacing the Hard Drive
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Removing the Hard Drive
1. Follow the instructions in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2. Turn the computer upside-down and remove the two M3 x 5-mm screws.
3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
Replacing the Hard Drive
1. Slide the drive into the bay until it is fully seated.
2. Replace and tighten the screws.
3. If you have installed a replacement hard drive, reinstall the Microsoft®Windows®operating system. For instructions, see "Restoring Your Operating
System" in the User's Guide.
4. Reinstall drivers on the new hard drive. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in the User's Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in
standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your
Product Information Guide.
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