Owners Manual

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Figure 29. Removing and installing a 3.5-inch HDD blank
1 release button 2 HDD blank
Related Links
Removing the system cover
Installing a 3.5-inch HDD blank
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
Steps
Insert the HDD blank into the HDD slot until the release button clicks into place.
Next steps
Install the system cover.
Related Links
Removing the system cover
Installing the system cover
Removing a 3.5-inch hot-swap HDD
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. Using the management software, prepare the HDD for removal. For more information about the
management software, see the documentation for the storage controller.