Removing a hard drive/SSD from the drive rails
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.
CAUTION: Do not keep the drive drawer open for more than three minutes.
NOTE: This is a field replaceable unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures must be performed
only by Dell certified service technicians.
NOTE: You must remove a hard drive/SSD from the drive rails if you are replacing the hard
drive/SSD with a new drive.
NOTE: The drive rails are attached to the sides of the hard drive/SSD. One of the rails comprises the
release handle.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. Open the drive drawer.
3. Remove the hard drive/SSD assembly from the drive drawer.
4. Close the drive drawer.
5. Keep the #1 Phillips screwdriver ready.
Steps
Remove the screws securing the hard drive/SSD to the drive rails.
Figure 27. Removing and installing a hard drive/SSD into the drive rails
1. drive rail 2. hard drive/SSD
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