Connecting And Disconnecting Drive Cables; Removing A Hard Drive - Dell Optiflex 740 User Manual

Interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion.
Power Cable Connectors
Serial ATA Power Connector
1 power cable

Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables

When connecting and disconnecting a SATA data cable, hold the cable by the black 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 removing the computer 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.

Removing a Hard Drive

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
3. Disconnect the power and hard-drive cables from the drive.
2 power input connector
Begin.