Removing An Optical Drive From The 5.25-Inch Drive Bay - HP RP5 Retail System Hardware Reference Manual

Removing an Optical Drive from the 5.25-inch Drive Bay

CAUTION:
computer.
1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2. Remove all removable media, such as optical discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.
3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.
CAUTION:
as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord
to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.
5. If the computer is on a stand, remove the computer from the stand.
6. Remove the computer access panel.
7. Rotate the drive cage to its upright position.
Figure 2-47
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All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board
Rotating the Drive Cage Up