Dell Inspiron 8000 Solutions Guide - Page 57

Replacing a Hard Drive - hard drive install

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NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in both connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM (DIMMA)" before you install a module in the connector labeled "JDIM2 (DIMMB)." 8 Replace the cover and screw. screw memory module cover 9 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 10 Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it will detect the additional memory and automatically update the system configuration information. Replacing a Hard Drive NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile and must be handled carefully. Even a slight bump can damage the drive. CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see page 16) before removing or installing a hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is in standby mode or hibernate mode, or if the power light is lit. HINT: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. Addi ng Part s 57

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NOTICE:
If you need to install memory modules in both connectors, install a
memory module in the connector labeled “JDIM (DIMMA)” before you install
a module in the connector labeled “JDIM2 (DIMMB).”
8
Replace the cover and screw.
9
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to
your computer and an electrical outlet.
10
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it will detect the additional memory and
automatically update the system configuration information.
Replacing a Hard Drive
NOTICE:
Hard drives are extremely fragile and must be handled carefully.
Even a slight bump can damage the drive.
HINT:
Dell does not
guarantee compatibility
or provide support for
hard drives from sources
other than Dell.
CAUTION:
If you remove the hard drive from the computer when
the drive is hot,
do not touch
the metal housing of the hard drive.
NOTICE:
To prevent data loss, turn off your computer (see page 16) before
removing or installing a hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the
computer is in standby mode or hibernate mode, or if the power light is lit.
memory module cover
screw