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OptiPlex 7000 Tower Service Manual

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Installing the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

This image displays the installation of 3.5 in. HDD

Steps

  1. Align the hard drive assembly with the tabs on the chassis.
  2. Slide to insert the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly into the hard drive slot.
  3. Replace the EMI shield on the chassis.
  4. Route the power cable and the data cable through the routing guides on the hard drive assembly and connect the cables to the hard drive.

Next steps

  1. Install the front bezel.
  2. Install the side cover.
  3. Follow the procedure in after working inside your computer.
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