IBM System x3200 Problem Determination And Service Manual page 105

Removing a CD or DVD drive
To remove a CD or DVD drive, complete the following steps.
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
on page 73.
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices; then, disconnect all power cords
and external cables.
3. Unlock and remove the side cover (see "Removing the side cover" on page 77).
4. Remove the lower bezel (see "Removing the lower bezel" on page 79).
5. Remove the upper bezel (see "Removing the upper bezel" on page 81).
6. Disconnect the power and signal cables from the drive that is to be removed.
7. Press and hold the blue release button on the side of the bay to release the
drive; then, pull the drive out of the front of the server.
8. Remove the drive retainer clip from the side of the drive. Save the clip to use
when you install the replacement drive.
9. If you are instructed to return the drive, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
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