Removing a Slimline DVD Drive
1. To remove the DVD drive, press the drive release mechanism to release the drive from the
drive bay.
2. Slide the drive out of the DVD carrier.
Replacing a Slimline DVD Drive
• Slide the drive into the DVD carrier until it clicks into place.
Removing and Replacing a Dual Slimline DVD Carrier
The Slimline DVD carrier is located in the front of the chassis. The system power to this component
must be removed before attempting to remove or replace it. Refer to “Powering Off Hardware
Components and Powering On the Server” (page 142) for more information.
The carrier holds two Slimline DVDs. The carrier has 2 SCSI-to-IDE converter PCAs that enable
the Slimline DVDs to be hot-pluggable CRUs.
CAUTION: Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting this procedure. Failure to
follow ESD safety precautions could result in damage to the server.
Figure 6-24 Slimline DVD Carrier Location
Removing a Slimline DVD Carrier
To remove the carrier, use the following procedure:
1. Depress the front locking latch to loosen the carrier from the chassis.
2. Partially slide the carrier out.
3. Disengage the cables from the rear of the carrier.
4. Completely slide the carrier from the chassis.
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