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2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
NOTE: A 2.5-inch SSD is installed in a 3.5-inch HDD adapter, which is then installed in the 3.5-inch
HDD carrier.
Steps
1. Remove the screws from the side of the 3.5-inch HDD adapter.
2. Remove the HDD from the HDD adapter.
Installing an HDD adapter into an HDD carrier
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. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
Steps
1. Insert the HDD adapter into the HDD carrier with the connector end of the HDD toward the back of
the HDD carrier.
2. Align the screw holes on the HDD with the holes on the HDD carrier.
3. Install the screws to secure the HDD to the HDD carrier.
Figure 34. Removing and installing an HDD adapter into a 3.5-inch HDD carrier
1 3.5-inch HDD carrier 2 screw (4)
3 2.5-inch SSD 4 HDD adapter