Slim Optical-Drive; Removing The Slim Optical Drive - Dell OptiPlex 5000 Tower Service Manual

Steps
1.
NOTE: The Dell Ultra Speed Drive Gen4 card must be installed in the PCIe x4 slot.
Align the Dell Ultra Speed Drive Gen4 card with the PCIe slot on the system board.
2. Using the alignment post on the PCIe slot, connect the card in the connector and press down firmly.
3. Ensure that the card is firmly seated.
4. Close the PCI door.
Next steps
1. Install the side cover.
2. Follow the procedure in

Slim optical-drive

Removing the Slim optical drive

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the side cover.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the slim ODD and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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