Optical Drive (Optional); Removing The Optional Ultra Slim Optical Drive - Dell E28S Series Owner's Manual

Installing and removing system components

Optical drive (optional)

Optical drives retrieve and store data on optical discs such as CD and DVD. Optical drives can be
categorized into two basic types: optical disc readers and optical disc writers.

Removing the optional ultra slim optical drive

The procedure for removing an optical drive and optical drive blank is the same.
Before you begin
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Procedure
1. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the optical drive.
2. If required, disconnect the power and data cables from the system board.
3. To release the optical drive, press and push the release tab toward the front of the system.
4. Slide the optical drive out of the system.
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CAUTION Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
Note: Observe the routing of the power and data cables inside the chassis as you remove them
from the system board and the optical drive. Route these cables in the same way when you
replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.
Figure 42 Removing the ultra slim optical drive
a. optical drive
b. data cable
c. power cable