Desktop Computer 115
Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
When connecting and disconnecting a SATA data cable, hold the cable by the black connector at
each end.
Optical Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
removing the computer cover.
Removing an Optical Drive
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 21.
2
Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 168).
NOTICE: Do not pull the drive out of the computer by the drive cables. Doing so may cause damage to cables
and the cable connectors.
3
Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the drive towards the back of the computer. Then lift
up to remove the drive from the computer.