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    Replacing Dell Studio XPS 1640 HDD

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by aclime, Dec 24, 2011.

  1. aclime

    aclime Newbie

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    Hey guys, time has come to replace my old hdd. I watched this tutorial: link (from 05:20) and it is pretty clear what to do but I would like to get more information about that little blue thingy. It is said that it is sensitive and I need to be very careful handling it. Could you give me tips how to care it correctly (when disassembling and assembling)?
     
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    funky monk Notebook Deity

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    There aren't really any tips to give besides simply going slowly and not trying to jam anything. When it fits, you'll know.

    One problem I had was that the little blue tab snaped on one side, however you can still get the connector off with a little imagination. In my case, that involves putting a flathead screwdirver on the side and pulling it up that way, but I wouldn't recommend that in case you slip.
     
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