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66 Installing System Components
Optical and Tape Drives
Only an optical drive can be installed in the upper 5.25-inch drive bay. Either an optical or a tape drive
can be installed in the lower 5.25-inch drive bay, unless it is occupied by an optional third hard drive.
Removing an Optical or Tape Drive
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the
components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for
complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer and protecting against electrostatic
discharge.
1
Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2
Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 43.
3
Remove the front drive bezel. See "Removing and Replacing the Front Drive Bezel" on page 46.
4
Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive. See Figure 3-18.
5
Slide the sliding-plate lever to the right to release the shoulder screw and slide the drive out to remove
it from the drive bay.
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