HP Elite 8300 Series Small Form Factor User Manual

Optical Drive
The Ultra-Slim Desktop uses a slimline Serial ATA (SATA) optical drive.
Description Spare part number
DVD-ROM drive 608394-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive(includes drive bracket) 657958-001
Removing the Optical Drive
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 207).
2. Remove the computer access panel (
Access Panel on page 208).
3. Remove the front bezel (
Front Bezel on page 209).
4. Disconnect the cables on the rear of the optical drive (1), push the green release latch on the
right rear side of the drive toward the center of the drive (2), then slide the drive forward and out
of the bay through the front bezel (3).
CAUTION: When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to
avoid damaging the cable.
Figure 9-11 Removing the optical drive
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HP Elite 8300 Series Small Form Factor Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	Elite 8300 Series Small Form Factor
Category	Desktop
Language	English