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Removal/Replacement of Dell Inspiron E1705 Hard Drive

Introduction

To begin, make sure to remove the battery before doing anything else.

What you need

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    • Make sure that the computer is turned off and is disconnected from external power source.

    • Turn it upside down and locate the battery release switch.

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    • While holding the switch in the open position, lift out the battery.

    • If you plan to work on any internal laptop components, press and hold the power button for 5 seconds. This will dissipate any residual charge on the motherboard to prevent electrical shock when you begin to handle it.

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    • Remove the two Phillips #1 screws on the left side of the computer, just above the battery compartment.

    • These screws hold the hard drive tray into the hard drive compartment.

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    • Slide the hard drive tray out of the hard drive compartment.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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