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OptiPlex 5400 Service Manual

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Installing the hard drive

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 hard drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the hard drive

Image: Installing the hard drive

Steps

  1. Align the tabs on the hard-drive bracket with the slots on the hard drive.
  2. Flex the hard-drive bracket and replace the remaining tabs on the hard-drive bracket with the slots on the hard drive.
  3. Place the hard-drive assembly into the slot and slide it to lock the hard-drive assembly on the display-assembly base.

Next steps

  1. Install the back cover.
  2. Install the cable cover (optional).
  3. Install the stand.
  4. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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