Figure 4-32 Identifying the correct power connections for a typical configuration
Optical drive
To remove an optical drive:
1. Disconnect power from the system (
Predisassembly procedures on page 57), remove the side
access panel (
Side access panel on page 63) and remove the front bezel (Front Bezel
on page 64).
2. Disconnect the audio 1, data 2, and power 3 cables from the drive. The connector colors might be
different than illustrated.
NOTE The audio cable is only required for Linux-based systems.
Figure 4-33 Disconnecting the cables from the optical drive
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