Removal and replacement procedures 40
Optical drive
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 27).
2. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
o Extend the server from the rack (on page 27).
o Remove the server from the rack (on page 28).
4. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 32).
5. Remove the fan cage ("Fan cage" on page 43).
6. Disconnect the optical drive cable.