Removing an Optical Drive
CAUTION: All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the
computer.
To remove an optical drive:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 118).
2. Remove the access panel (
Computer Access Panel on page 125).
3. Rotate the drive cage to its upright position.
Figure 8-27 Rotating the Drive Cage Up
4. Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the rear of the optical drive.
Figure 8-28 Disconnecting the Power and Data Cables
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