Filter
Top Products
Drives 47
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.
8508366.book Page 47 Tuesday, October 23, 2001 11:29 AM