Dell Inspiron 1420n (PP26L) Hard Drive Caddy Removal Tutorial


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Hard Drive Caddy on your Dell Inspiron 1420n laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Inspiron 1420n Hard Drive Caddy.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
Dell repair manual service precautions

Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
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Video tutorial repair manual



Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Inspiron 1420n Hard Drive Caddy

Slide the 2 battery latches towards the outside of the laptop.

Step 1

  • Slide the 2 battery latches towards the outside of the laptop.
  • Slide the battery out.
Loosen the 2 retaining screws.

Step 2

  • Loosen the 2 retaining screws.
  • Lift the hard drive door away form the laptop.
Loosen the 2 retaining screws. Lift the hard drive door away form the laptop.
Using the black tape, lift the hard drive and caddy out of the laptop.

Step 3

  • Using the black tape, lift the hard drive and caddy out of the laptop.
Remove the 3mm x 3mm screw on the right side of the hard drive.

Step 4

  • Remove the 3mm x 3mm screw on the right side of the hard drive.
  • Remove the 3mm x 3mm screw on the left side of the hard drive.
Remove the 3mm x 3mm screw on the right side of the hard drive.Remove the 3mm x 3mm screw on the left side of the hard drive.
Remove the hard drive caddy.

Step 5

  • Remove the hard drive caddy.

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