Dell Precision M4400 Hard Drive Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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1. Step 1 Battery
  Slide the battery release latches to the open position. (The latches lock into place).
  
  Grip the battery and slide it out of the battery bay.
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1. Step 2 Base Cover
  Loosen the M2.5 x 5-mm captive screw.
  
  Using the rubber feet for leverage, slide the bottom of the base assembly toward the front of the computer 1/8th inch, then lift to remove it.
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1. Step 3 Hard Drive
  NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective anti-static packaging.
  
  Remove the four M3 x 3-mm screws securing the hard drive. These screws are on the bottom of the base cover.
  
  NOTE: If the bottom of the base cover is detached from the laptop, the four screws securing the hard drive are marked with an "H".
  
  Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
  
  Remove the face plate screw and then the face plate from the hard drive.
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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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What is on the slot on the opposite side of the DVD drive

It's missing and don't know what been

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