Removing A Slim Optical Drive - HP EliteDesk 700 G1 Maintenance And Service Manual

Removing a slim optical drive

CAUTION:
computer.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly
2. Remove the access panel
3. Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the rear of the optical drive, push the
green release latch on the right rear side of the drive toward the center of the drive (3), then slide
the drive forward and out of the bay through the front bezel (4).
CAUTION:
avoid damaging the cable.
42 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures: Small Form Factor
All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the
(Access panel on page
When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to
(Preparation for disassembly on page
23).
22).