Removing the
hard drive
If your computer is using a SATA storage device
accelerated by Intel Optane memory, disable Intel Optane before
removing the SATA storage device. For more information about disabling the Intel Optane, see Disabling Intel Optane.
NOTE: : Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in Before
working inside your computer. After working inside your computer,
follow the instructions in After working inside
your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory
Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: : Hard drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive.
CAUTION: : To avoid data loss, do not remove the hard drive while the computer
is in sleep or on state.