This video shows how to replace the 2.5-inch hard drive on an Alienware Aurora R13 and/or Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R14. Before you begin, create a recovery drive and back up all data.
Power off the computer, and disconnect all the attached peripherals. Ensure that you always use ESD protection when working inside the computer. To begin, pull the cable cover away from the computer.
The cable cover is an optional accessory. Skip this step if the cable cover is not shipped with the computer. Loosen the captive screw that secures the left-side cover release latch to the chassis.
Pull the left-side cover release latch to release the left-side cover away from the chassis. Lift the left-side cover from the chassis. Lay the computer on its right side.
Locate the 2.5-inch hard drive. Disconnect the 2.5-inch hard-drive data cable from the hard-drive. Disconnect the 2.5-inch hard-drive power cable.
Press the release tabs on the 2.5-inch hard-drive carrier and slide the hard-drive assembly out of the hard-drive cage. Pry the hard-drive carrier to release the tabs on the assembly from the slots on the hard-drive.
Lift the 2.5-inch hard-drive out of the hard-drive assembly. You have successfully removed the 2.5-inch hard-drive. Now, let’s install the 2.5-inch hard drive.
Align the hard-drive with the pins on the hard-drive carrier. Using the tabs on the opposite side, flex open the carrier to insert the pins on the other side.
Slide the 2.5-inch hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until it snaps into place. Connect the hard-drive data cable to the hard-drive.
Connect the hard-drive power cable to the hard-drive. Now, let’s install the left-side cover. Locate the tabs on the left-side cover and slots on the chassis.
Rotate the left-side cover towards the chassis until it snaps into place. Tighten the captive screw that secures the left-side cover release latch to the chassis.
Place the cable cover back at the rear of the chassis. The cable cover is an optional accessory. Skip this step if the cable cover is not shipped with the computer.
The 2.5-inch hard-drive installation process is now complete. For more information or assistance visit Dell.com/Support.
