Dell OptiPlex 7071 User Manual

OptiPlex 7071 Tower

Service Manual

Regulatory Model: D28M

Regulatory Type: D28M001

Notes, cautions, and warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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2020 - 03

Rev. A01

Contents

1 Working on your computer............................................................................................................	6
Safety instructions.................................................................................................................................................................	6
Before working inside your computer...........................................................................................................................	6
Safety precautions...........................................................................................................................................................	7
Electrostatic discharge—ESD protection....................................................................................................................	7
ESD field service kit ........................................................................................................................................................	8
Transporting sensitive components..............................................................................................................................	9
After working inside your computer..............................................................................................................................	9
2 Major components of your system................................................................................................	10
3 Disassembly and reassembly........................................................................................................	12
Recommended tools............................................................................................................................................................	12
Screw list...............................................................................................................................................................................	12
Left-side cover.....................................................................................................................................................................	13
Removing the left-side cover.......................................................................................................................................	13
Installing the left-side cover..........................................................................................................................................	14
Front cover...........................................................................................................................................................................	16
Removing the front cover.............................................................................................................................................	16
Installing the front cover...............................................................................................................................................	16
2.5-inch hard drive...............................................................................................................................................................	17
Removing the 2.5-inch hard drive................................................................................................................................	17
Installing the 2.5-inch hard drive..................................................................................................................................	18
2.5-inch hard drive bracket.................................................................................................................................................	19
Removing the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket.................................................................................................................	19
Installing the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket...................................................................................................................	20
3.5-inch hard drive...............................................................................................................................................................	21
Removing the 3.5-inch hard drive................................................................................................................................	21
Installing the 3.5-inch hard drive.................................................................................................................................	22
3.5-inch hard drive bracket................................................................................................................................................	24
Removing the 3.5-inch hard drive bracket.................................................................................................................	24
Installing the 3.5-inch hard drive bracket...................................................................................................................	24
Slim optical-drive.................................................................................................................................................................	25
Removing the Optical Disk Drive.................................................................................................................................	25
Installing the Optical Disk Drive....................................................................................................................................	26
Slim optical-drive bracket...................................................................................................................................................	27
Removing the slim ODD bracket..................................................................................................................................	27
Installing the slim ODD bracket....................................................................................................................................	28
Chassis fan...........................................................................................................................................................................	29
Removing the chassis fan.............................................................................................................................................	29
Installing the chassis fan...............................................................................................................................................	30
Memory modules..................................................................................................................................................................	31
Removing the memory modules...................................................................................................................................	31
Installing the memory modules.....................................................................................................................................	32

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Wireless card........................................................................................................................................................................	33
Removing the wireless card.........................................................................................................................................	33
Installing the wireless card............................................................................................................................................	34
Solid-state drive/Intel Optane...........................................................................................................................................	35
Removing the 2230 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module.....................................................................	35
Installing the 2230 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module........................................................................	36
Removing the 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module......................................................................	37
Installing the 2280 solid-state drive/Intel Optane memory module........................................................................	37
Graphics card.......................................................................................................................................................................	38
Removing the graphics card........................................................................................................................................	38
Installing the graphics card...........................................................................................................................................	39
Coin-cell battery..................................................................................................................................................................	40
Removing the coin-cell battery....................................................................................................................................	40
Installing the coin-cell battery.......................................................................................................................................	41
Power-supply unit................................................................................................................................................................	42
Removing the power-supply unit.................................................................................................................................	42
Installing the power-supply unit...................................................................................................................................	44
Processor fan and heat-sink assembly.............................................................................................................................	47
Removing the processor fan and 95 W heat-sink assembly....................................................................................	47
Installing the processor fan and 95 W heat-sink assembly......................................................................................	48
Removing the processor fan and 65 W heat-sink assembly....................................................................................	49
Installing the processor fan and 65 W heat-sink assembly......................................................................................	49
Processor.............................................................................................................................................................................	50
Removing the processor...............................................................................................................................................	50
Installing the processor..................................................................................................................................................	51
VR heat sink.........................................................................................................................................................................	53
Removing the VR heat sink..........................................................................................................................................	53
Installing the VR heat sink............................................................................................................................................	53
Speaker.................................................................................................................................................................................	54
Removing the speaker..................................................................................................................................................	54
Installing the speaker.....................................................................................................................................................	55
Power button.......................................................................................................................................................................	56
Removing the power button........................................................................................................................................	56
Installing the power button...........................................................................................................................................	57
Intrusion switch...................................................................................................................................................................	58
Removing the intrusion switch....................................................................................................................................	58
Installing the intrusion switch.......................................................................................................................................	59
System board.......................................................................................................................................................................	60
Removing the system board........................................................................................................................................	60
Installing the system board...........................................................................................................................................	64
4 System setup.............................................................................................................................	69
Entering BIOS setup program............................................................................................................................................	69
Boot menu............................................................................................................................................................................	69
Navigation keys....................................................................................................................................................................	69
Boot Sequence....................................................................................................................................................................	70
System setup options.........................................................................................................................................................	70
General options..............................................................................................................................................................	70
System information........................................................................................................................................................	71
Video screen options.....................................................................................................................................................	72

4 Contents

Security...........................................................................................................................................................................	73
Secure boot options......................................................................................................................................................	74
Intel Software Guard Extensions options...................................................................................................................	75
Performance...................................................................................................................................................................	75
Power management......................................................................................................................................................	76
Post behavior.................................................................................................................................................................	76
Manageability..................................................................................................................................................................	77
Virtualization support.....................................................................................................................................................	77
Wireless options.............................................................................................................................................................	78
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................................	78
System logs....................................................................................................................................................................	78
Advanced configuration................................................................................................................................................	78
System and setup password..............................................................................................................................................	79
Assigning a system setup password............................................................................................................................	79
Deleting or changing an existing system setup password........................................................................................	79
Clearing CMOS settings...............................................................................................................................................	80
Clearing BIOS (System Setup) and System passwords...........................................................................................	80
Updating the BIOS in Windows ........................................................................................................................................	80
Updating BIOS on systems with BitLocker enabled..................................................................................................	81
Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive.................................................................................................	81
Updating the Dell BIOS in Linux and Ubuntu environments.....................................................................................	82
Flashing the BIOS from the F12 One-Time boot menu.............................................................................................	82
5 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................	88
Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostics......................................................................................	88
Running the ePSA diagnostics.....................................................................................................................................	88
Diagnostics...........................................................................................................................................................................	88
Diagnostic error messages.................................................................................................................................................	90
System error messages......................................................................................................................................................	93
Recovering the operating system.....................................................................................................................................	93
Enabling Intel Optane memory...........................................................................................................................................	94
Disabling Intel Optane memory..........................................................................................................................................	94
Flea power release...............................................................................................................................................................	94
WiFi power cycle.................................................................................................................................................................	95
6 Getting help...............................................................................................................................	96
Contacting Dell....................................................................................................................................................................	96

Contents 5

Working on your computer

Safety instructions

Prerequisites

Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that the following conditions exist:

•You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.

•A component can be replaced or, if purchased separately, installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.

About this task

NOTE: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to the power source.

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage

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: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.

CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins.

CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.

NOTE: The color of your computer and certain components may appear differently than shown in this document.

CAUTION: System will shut down if side covers are removed while the system is running. The system will not power on if the side cover is removed.

Before working inside your computer

About this task

To avoid damaging your computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.

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Steps

1.Ensure that you follow the Safety Instruction.

2.Ensure that your work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.

3.Turn off your computer.

4.Disconnect all network cables from the computer.

CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.

5.Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.

6.Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board.

NOTE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.

Safety precautions

The safety precautions chapter details the primary steps to be taken before performing any disassembly instructions.

Observe the following safety precautions before you perform any installation or break/fix procedures involving disassembly or reassembly:

•Turn off the system and all attached peripherals.

•Disconnect the system and all attached peripherals from AC power.

•Disconnect all network cables, telephone, and telecommunications lines from the system.

•Use an ESD field service kit when working inside any tabletnotebookdesktop to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage.

•After removing any system component, carefully place the removed component on an anti-static mat.

•Wear shoes with non-conductive rubber soles to reduce the chance of getting electrocuted.

Standby power

Dell products with standby power must be unplugged before you open the case. Systems that incorporate standby power are essentially powered while turned off. The internal power enables the system to be remotely turned on (wake on LAN) and suspended into a sleep mode and has other advanced power management features.

Unplugging, pressing and holding the power button for 15 seconds should discharge residual power in the system board. Remove the battery from tablets.notebooks.

Bonding

Bonding is a method for connecting two or more grounding conductors to the same electrical potential. This is done through the use of a field service electrostatic discharge (ESD) kit. When connecting a bonding wire, ensure that it is connected to bare metal and never to a painted or non-metal surface. The wrist strap should be secure and in full contact with your skin, and ensure that you remove all jewelry such as watches, bracelets, or rings prior to bonding yourself and the equipment.

Electrostatic discharge—ESD protection

ESD is a major concern when you handle electronic components, especially sensitive components such as expansion cards, processors, memory DIMMs, and system boards. Very slight charges can damage circuits in ways that may not be obvious, such as intermittent problems or a shortened product life span. As the industry pushes for lower power requirements and increased density, ESD protection is an increasing concern.

Due to the increased density of semiconductors used in recent Dell products, the sensitivity to static damage is now higher than in previous Dell products. For this reason, some previously approved methods of handling parts are no longer applicable.

Two recognized types of ESD damage are catastrophic and intermittent failures.

•Catastrophic – Catastrophic failures represent approximately 20 percent of ESD-related failures. The damage causes an immediate and complete loss of device functionality. An example of catastrophic failure is a memory DIMM that has received a static shock and immediately generates a "No POST/No Video" symptom with a beep code emitted for missing or nonfunctional memory.

•Intermittent – Intermittent failures represent approximately 80 percent of ESD-related failures. The high rate of intermittent failures means that most of the time when damage occurs, it is not immediately recognizable. The DIMM receives a static shock, but the tracing is merely weakened and does not immediately produce outward symptoms related to the damage. The weakened trace may take weeks or months to melt, and in the meantime may cause degradation of memory integrity, intermittent memory errors, etc.

The more difficult type of damage to recognize and troubleshoot is the intermittent (also called latent or "walking wounded") failure.

Working on your computer

Perform the following steps to prevent ESD damage:

•Use a wired ESD wrist strap that is properly grounded. The use of wireless anti-static straps is no longer allowed; they do not provide adequate protection. Touching the chassis before handling parts does not ensure adequate ESD protection on parts with increased sensitivity to ESD damage.

•Handle all static-sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use anti-static floor pads and workbench pads.

•When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from the anti-static packing material until you are ready to install the component. Before unwrapping the anti-static packaging, ensure that you discharge static electricity from your body.

•Before transporting a static-sensitive component, place it in an anti-static container or packaging.

ESD field service kit

The unmonitored Field Service kit is the most commonly used service kit. Each Field Service kit includes three main components: antistatic mat, wrist strap, and bonding wire.

Components of an ESD field service kit

The components of an ESD field service kit are:

•Anti-Static Mat – The anti-static mat is dissipative and parts can be placed on it during service procedures. When using an antistatic mat, your wrist strap should be snug and the bonding wire should be connected to the mat and to any bare metal on the system being worked on. Once deployed properly, service parts can be removed from the ESD bag and placed directly on the mat. ESDsensitive items are safe in your hand, on the ESD mat, in the system, or inside a bag.

•Wrist Strap and Bonding Wire – The wrist strap and bonding wire can be either directly connected between your wrist and bare metal on the hardware if the ESD mat is not required, or connected to the anti-static mat to protect hardware that is temporarily placed on the mat. The physical connection of the wrist strap and bonding wire between your skin, the ESD mat, and the hardware is known as bonding. Use only Field Service kits with a wrist strap, mat, and bonding wire. Never use wireless wrist straps. Always be aware that the internal wires of a wrist strap are prone to damage from normal wear and tear, and must be checked regularly with a wrist strap tester in order to avoid accidental ESD hardware damage. It is recommended to test the wrist strap and bonding wire at least once per week.

•ESD Wrist Strap Tester – The wires inside of an ESD strap are prone to damage over time. When using an unmonitored kit, it is a best practice to regularly test the strap prior to each service call, and at a minimum, test once per week. A wrist strap tester is the best method for doing this test. If you do not have your own wrist strap tester, check with your regional office to find out if they have one. To perform the test, plug the wrist-strap's bonding-wire into the tester while it is strapped to your wrist and push the button to test. A green LED is lit if the test is successful; a red LED is lit and an alarm sounds if the test fails.

•Insulator Elements – It is critical to keep ESD sensitive devices, such as plastic heat sink casings, away from internal parts that are insulators and often highly charged.

•Working Environment – Before deploying the ESD Field Service kit, assess the situation at the customer location. For example, deploying the kit for a server environment is different than for a desktop or portable environment. Servers are typically installed in a rack within a data center; desktops or portables are typically placed on office desks or cubicles. Always look for a large open flat work area that is free of clutter and large enough to deploy the ESD kit with additional space to accommodate the type of system that is being repaired. The workspace should also be free of insulators that can cause an ESD event. On the work area, insulators such as Styrofoam and other plastics should always be moved at least 12 inches or 30 centimeters away from sensitive parts before physically handling any hardware components

•ESD Packaging – All ESD-sensitive devices must be shipped and received in static-safe packaging. Metal, static-shielded bags are preferred. However, you should always return the damaged part using the same ESD bag and packaging that the new part arrived in. The ESD bag should be folded over and taped shut and all the same foam packing material should be used in the original box that the new part arrived in. ESD-sensitive devices should be removed from packaging only at an ESD-protected work surface, and parts should never be placed on top of the ESD bag because only the inside of the bag is shielded. Always place parts in your hand, on the ESD mat, in the system, or inside an anti-static bag.

•Transporting Sensitive Components – When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in anti-static bags for safe transport.

ESD protection summary

It is recommended that all field service technicians use the traditional wired ESD grounding wrist strap and protective anti-static mat at all times when servicing Dell products. In addition, it is critical that technicians keep sensitive parts separate from all insulator parts while performing service and that they use anti-static bags for transporting sensitive components.

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Transporting sensitive components

When transporting ESD sensitive components such as replacement parts or parts to be returned to Dell, it is critical to place these parts in anti-static bags for safe transport.

Lifting equipment

Adhere to the following guidelines when lifting heavy weight equipment:

CAUTION: Do not lift greater than 50 pounds. Always obtain additional resources or use a mechanical lifting device.

1.Get a firm balanced footing. Keep your feet apart for a stable base, and point your toes out.

2.Tighten stomach muscles. Abdominal muscles support your spine when you lift, offsetting the force of the load.

3.Lift with your legs, not your back.

4.Keep the load close. The closer it is to your spine, the less force it exerts on your back.

5.Keep your back upright, whether lifting or setting down the load. Do not add the weight of your body to the load. Avoid twisting your body and back.

6.Follow the same techniques in reverse to set the load down.

After working inside your computer

About this task

After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure that you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your computer.

Steps

1.Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.

CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer.

2.Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.

3.Turn on your computer.

4.If required, verify that the computer works correctly by running ePSA diagnostics.

Working on your computer

Major components of your system

1.Left-side cover

2.3.5-inch hard drive

3.Slim optical-drive

4.Processor fan and heat-sink assembly

5.Processor

6.Memory module

7.Solid-state drive/Intel Optane

8.Power button

9.System board

10.Front I/O port bracket

11.Front cover

12.Chassis

13.Chassis fan

14.Speaker

15.Intrusion switch

16.Power-supply unit

17.2.5-inch hard drive

10 Major components of your system

NOTE: Dell provides a list of components and their part numbers for the original system configuration purchased. These parts are available according to warranty coverages purchased by the customer. Contact your Dell sales representative for purchase options.

Major components of your system

Disassembly and reassembly

Recommended tools

The procedures in this document require the following tools:

•Phillips #0 screwdriver

•Phillips #1 screwdriver

•Philips #2 screwdriver

•Plastic scribe

•Hex screwdriver

Screw list

NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws, and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type is restored when the component is replaced.

NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when replacing a component.

NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered.

Table 1. Screw list
Component	Secured to	Screw type	Quantity	Screw image

Wireless card	System board	M2x3	1
Solid-state drive	System board	M2x4	1
Intel Optane memory	System board	M2x4	1
module
Power-supply unit	Chassis	#6-32	3
Ports bezel	Chassis	#6-32	1
System board	Chassis	#6-32	8
Processor fan and heat-	System board	Captive screw	4
sink assembly
VR heat sink	System board	Captive screw	2

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Left-side cover

Removing the left-side cover

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the left-side cover and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Disassembly and reassembly

Steps

1.Push the release latch down to unlock the side cover.

2.Using the tab on the left-side cover, slide and lift the left-side cover off the chassis.

Installing the left-side cover

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the left-side cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

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Steps

1.Align the tabs on the left-side cover with the slots on the chassis.

2.Slide it towards the front of the computer until the release latch locks the side cover.

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Disassembly and reassembly

Front cover

Removing the front cover

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front cover and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1.Place the computer in an upright position.

2.Gently pry and release the front-cover tabs sequentially from the top.

3.Move the front cover outward from the chassis.

Installing the front cover

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

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About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front cover and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1.Place the computer in an upright position.

2.Align the front-cover tabs with the slots on the chassis.

3.Move the front cover towards the chassis and snap it into place.

Next steps

1.Install the left-side cover.

2.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

2.5-inch hard drive

Removing the 2.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

Disassembly and reassembly

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 2.5-inch hard drive assembly and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1.Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard drive.

2.Press the release tabs on the hard-drive bracket and slide the hard-drive assembly out of the hard-drive cage.

NOTE: Note the orientation or the SATA connector marking on the hard drive so that you can replace it correctly.

Installing the 2.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 2.5-inch hard drive and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

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Steps

1. NOTE: Note the orientation or the SATA connector marking on the hard drive so that you can replace it correctly.

Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until it snaps into place. 2. Connect the data cable and power cable to the hard drive.

Next steps

1.Install the left-side cover.

2.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

2.5-inch hard drive bracket

Removing the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

Disassembly and reassembly

3. Remove the 2.5-inch hard drive assembly.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1.Pry the hard-drive bracket to release the tabs on the assembly from the slots on the hard drive.

2.Lift and remove the hard drive off the hard-drive bracket.

Installing the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 2.5-inch hard drive bracket and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

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Steps

1.Place the hard drive into the hard-drive bracket and align the tabs on the bracket with the slots on the hard drive.

2.Snap the hard drive into the hard-drive bracket.

Next steps

1.Install the 2.5-inch hard drive assembly.

2.Install the left-side cover.

3.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

3.5-inch hard drive

Removing the 3.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Disassembly and reassembly

Steps

1.Lay the computer on the right side.

2.Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard drive.

3.Push the securing tab to release the hard drive bracket from the chassis.

4.Remove the EMI shied from the front-side of the chassis.

5.Slide the hard-drive assembly away from the chassis.

Installing the 3.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

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Steps

1.Slide and insert the hard-drive assembly into the hard drive cage.

2.Replace the EMI shield on the chassis.

3.Align the hard-drive assembly with the tabs on the chassis.

4.Route the power cable and data cable through the routing guides on the hard-drive assembly and connect the cables to the hard drive.

Next steps

1.Install the left-side cover.

2.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Disassembly and reassembly

3.5-inch hard drive bracket

Removing the 3.5-inch hard drive bracket

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

3.Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive bracket and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1.Pry the hard-drive bracket to release the tabs on the assembly from the slots on the hard drive.

2.Lift and remove the hard drive off the hard-drive bracket.

Installing the 3.5-inch hard drive bracket

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

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About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive bracket and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1.Place the hard drive into the hard-drive bracket and align the tabs on the bracket with the slots on the hard drive.

2.Snap the hard drive into the hard-drive bracket.

Next steps

1.Install the 3.5-inch hard drive assembly.

2.Install the left-side cover.

3.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Slim optical-drive

Removing the Optical Disk Drive

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the ODD and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Disassembly and reassembly

Steps

1.Lay the computer on the right side.

2.Disconnect the data and power cables from the ODD.

3.Push the securing tab to release the ODD from the chassis.

4.Slide and remove the ODD from the ODD slot.

Installing the Optical Disk Drive

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the Optical Disk Drive and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

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Steps

1.Insert the ODD assembly into the ODD slot.

2.Slide the ODD assembly until it snaps into place.

3.Route the power cable and data cable through the routing guides and connect the cables to the ODD.

Next steps

1.Install the left-side cover.

2.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Slim optical-drive bracket

Removing the slim ODD bracket

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

Disassembly and reassembly

3. Remove the slim ODD assembly.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the slim ODD bracket and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1.Pry the ODD bracket to release from the slots on the ODD.

2.Remove the ODD bracket off the ODD

Installing the slim ODD bracket

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the slim ODD bracket and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1.Align and place the ODD bracket on the ODD slots.

2.Snap the ODD bracket into the ODD.

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Next steps

1.Install the slim ODD assembly.

2.Install the left-side cover.

3.Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

Chassis fan

Removing the chassis fan

Prerequisites

1.Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.

2.Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the chassis fan and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

Disassembly and reassembly

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