Things You'll Need:
- New hard drive
- Screw driver, small Phillips
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Step 1
Call a Dell computers representative to order the correct hard drive for your Dell Inspiron 1000 laptop. You should receive the hard drive in about 3 to 5 business days.
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Step 2
Look at the bottom of your laptop. There are two screws with the letter H next to them. This is where the hard drive is located. Unscrew these screws to expose your laptop hard drive.
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Step 3
Pull the unusable hard drive out. Always smash your hard drive before putting it into the trash to ensure that any sensitive information cannot be retrieved.
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Step 4
Take the new hard drive and slip it into the appropriate slot. Place the cover on and put the screws back in place.
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Step 5
Install all software including your OS system for your computer.










