Specifications

a. Install the hard drive so that the manufacturer's label faces the bottom of the drive cage and the SATA connectors are at the open end of the
cage.
b. Install the primary hard drive in the tray labeled 0. You can install a secondary hard drive in the tray labeled 1.
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Replacing the Hard Drive Cage
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1. Place the hard drive cage upside down on the bottom of the computer with the SATA connectors and cables aligned, and then firmly press the cables
onto the hard drives' connectors.
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2. Flip the hard drive cage over and into the hard drive bay.
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3. Tighten the screws on the drive cage.
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4. Replace the hard drive cover and tighten the screws.
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5. If you have replaced the primary hard drive with a new hard drive that is not already pre-imaged, install the operating system and drivers for your
computer. See Restoring Your Operating System and Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities.
Memory
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See Specifications for information on the memory supported by
your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
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1. Follow the procedures inBefore You Begin.
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2. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.
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3. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover.
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4. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:
a. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
b. Remove the module from the connector.
NOTE: In order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match in size.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such
as a connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the battery before you begin working inside the computer.
NOTE: Ifyouleavethearea,groundyourselfagainwhenyoureturntothecomputer.
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captive screws (2)
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memory module cover
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module securing clips.