Removing A Cd/Dvd Drive - Dell Dimension 8300 Series Service Manual

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer, and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4. Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
5. Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis, such as the metal around the card-slot openings at the back of the computer,
before touching anything inside your computer.
While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis to dissipate any static electricity that might harm internal
components.
NOTICE: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
6. Open the computer cover.

Removing a CD/DVD Drive

1. Disconnect the power, audio, and CD/DVD drive cables from the back of the drive.
2. Press inward on the two tabs on the sides of the drive, and then slide the drive upward and remove it from the drive bay.