Dell Dimension 9100 Owner's Manual - Page 86
Hard Drive, If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep - hard drive replacement
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Serial ATA hard drives should be connected to the connector labeled SATA on the system board. IDE CD/DVD drives should be connected to the connector labeled IDE. When connecting an IDE cable, ensure you align the colored stripe with the pin 1 connector. When disconnecting an IDE cable, grasp the colored pull tab and pull until the connector detaches. When connecting and disconnecting a serial ATA cable, hold the cable by the connector at each end. Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it. 1 If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure. 2 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 55. 3 Remove the computer cover (see page 60). 86 Removing and Installing Parts