Removal and Replacement Procedures— Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis
7.8.4 Optical Drive
CAUTION: Remove all media from the drives before removing the drive from the computer.
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An optical drive is a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or combination CD/DVD drive.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly
2. Remove the computer access panel
3. Remove the front bezel
4. Raise the Easy Access drive cage to the upright position.
5. Disconnect the audio, signal, and drive power cables from the drive. The other end of the
cables should remain connected to the system board.
6. Make sure you properly route the drive cables
7. Return the Easy Access drive cage to the down position.
8. Push the drive release latch 1 toward the rear of the chassis and hold.
9. Slide the drive 2 toward the front of the drive cage, then lift the drive out of the computer.
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