Replacing The Cd Drive - Gateway 7400 System Manual

6
Make sure the hooks on the bottom of the handle engage the edge of
the drive bay, then firmly close the handle.
7
Secure the drive by locking the drive carrier with the hex key.

Replacing the CD drive

The CD drive is located in one of the 5.25-inch drive bays at the top of the
drive stack in the front of the chassis.
To replace the CD drive:
1
Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if
installed), and all external peripheral devices.
2
Observe all safety and static electricity precautions. (See "Preventing static
electricity discharge" on page 22.)
3
Remove the bezel. (See "Removing the bezel" on page 25.)
4
Remove the left side cover panel. (See "Removing the side cover panel"
on page 26.)
5
Locate the 5.25-inch CD drive.
6
Remove the power and data cables from the back of the drive, noting
their locations and orientations. (You will reconnect these cables after you
install the new drive.)
7
Disengage the rail locking tabs by pressing in on both front rail
extensions, then move the drive slightly out of the bay by pushing on
the back of the drive.
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