If you've watched one too many DVD's, had some other accident happen to your computer that has caused your drive to stop working, or you are upgrading your system to include a DVD-ROM, rather than taking your computer to the shop and paying someone to install it for you--just follow these guidelines to learn how to install a new DVD-ROM drive in your Dell Dimension 5100. Keep in mind that these instructions will also work for any other desktop computer system, because this is a standard procedure and the equipment involved is standard too. It's a great repair/upgrade to make if you are a novice at hardware, because it's very simple, no matter how intimidating it may seem.
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Difficulty:
Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
DVD-ROM
Screwdriver (may be needed to remove casing and/or existing ROM unit)
Remove computer casing and existing drive (if any are in place), and wear the anti-static bracelet until finished with the install if you have one. Disconnect any cables from drive, but leave them attached to motherboard as you can use them with your new drive.
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Remove new DVD-ROM from packaging, and insert into place in computer casing.
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Connect power cables from motherboard to the new drive unit.
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Check to make sure your connections are secure. This will save hassle if you have trouble getting the system to find and recognize the new drive after you've put the case back on, because this is usually the culprit.
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Replace computer cover, boot system, and follow any on screen instructions.
Tips & Warnings
Make sure all connections are secure before turning your computer back on.
If after you install the drive and reboot your system you have trouble, check again to make sure your cables are secure. This will generally solve the problem. If not, check with customer support with the DVD-ROM vendor for assistance.
Make sure to discharge static electricity by touching the metal casing before touching any internal portion of the computer, or wear the anti-static bracelet during the installation process.
If you are unsure of discharge, make sure you touch a metal surface like the casing of your computer before touching any internal part of the system, or the new DVD-ROM drive.
Be careful not to drop your DVD-ROM; but, relax if you do because in most cases, it will still work.
