Removing a Drive from a Drive Bay
CAUTION: All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the
computer.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on page 72).
2. Remove the computer access panel (
Access Panel on page 73).
3. Remove the front bezel (
Front Bezel on page 74).
4. Disconnect the drive cables, as indicated in the following illustrations:
CAUTION: When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to
avoid damaging the cable.
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If you are removing an optical drive, disconnect the power cable and data cable from the
back of the drive.
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If you are removing a media card reader, disconnect the USB cable from the system board.
Figure 6-14 Disconnecting the Media Card Reader USB Cable
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If you are removing a hard drive, disconnect the power cable and data cable from the back
of the drive.
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