Installing The Disk-Drive Cage - Dell OptiPlex 3000 Small Form Factor Service Manual

Steps
1. Remove the hard-drive power and data cables that are routed via the locking mechanism.
2. Remove the cables from the routing points on the bracket.
3. Remove the single (6-32) screw from the locking mechanism.
4. Move the lock handle from the locking mechanism towards the right to unlock the disk-drive cage and detach it from the
chassis.
5. Hold the lock handle to lift the bracket.
6. Lift the disk-drive cage upwards and detach it from the mounting points on the top portion of the chassis.
7. Disconnect the power and SATA cables from the optical drive and lift the disk-drive cage away from the computer.

Installing the disk-drive cage

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
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