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Dell Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet, Owner's Manual

Summary

Dell Precision Workstation T3500/T5500 Hard-Drive Tray Replacement Guide provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the hard-drive tray assembly. It covers safety precautions, side cover removal, cable disconnection, tray removal and installation procedures, and filler panel management. The guide is designed for IT technicians and service professionals performing hardware maintenance on Dell Precision T3500 and T5500 workstation systems.

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

Replacing the Hard-Drive Tray on Your Dell Precision™ Workstation T3500/T5500 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 at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The replacement hard-drive tray ships with a removable filler panel. You must remove the filler panel from the hard-drive tray, if the hard-drive tray obstructs the cables on the video card. NOTE: Your computer supports only one hard drive, in the hard-drive tray, with the filler panel removed. NOTE: For more information on removing and replacing parts on your computer, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Turn off your computer. Disconnect all the external cables from your computer.

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Page 1 TV4PTam0.fm Page 1 Friday, January 15, 2010 5:07 PM About Warnings WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Replacing the Hard-Drive Tray on Your Dell P...
Page 2 TV4PTam0.fm Page 2 Friday, January 15, 2010 5:07 PM Remove the side cover. Disconnect the power and data cables from the hard drive(s) and remove the hard drive(s) from the computer. Remove the hard-d...
Page 3 TV4PTam0.fm Page 3 Friday, January 15, 2010 5:07 PM Remove the screws that secure the hard-drive tray to the chassis; lift the hard-drive tray up and away from the computer. Install the replacement ha...
Page 4 TV4PTam0.fm Page 4 Friday, January 15, 2010 5:07 PM Secure the replacement hard-drive tray to the chassis with the screws from the removed hard-drive tray. Replace the hard drive and connect the hard-...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What safety precautions should I follow before opening my computer?

You must read the dedicated safety information that shipped with your computer, and for additional best practices, check www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Does replacing the hard-drive tray affect single hard drive support?

Yes. The computer supports only one hard drive in the hard-drive tray when the filler panel is removed.

How do I remove the original hard-drive tray?

Press the release latch and rotate the hard-drive tray to lift it, then remove any securing screws.

Can I use the filler panel later for more drives?

Yes. You should retain the filler panel if you plan to install a second hard drive at a later time.