5. Push the green drivelock mechanism towards the optical drive (1), and then slide the drive from the
drive bay (2).
Installing a 5.25-inch drive
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 17)
2. Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 18)
3. Remove the front bezel. If you are installing a drive in a bay covered by a bezel blank, remove the bezel
blank. See Removing bezel blanks on page 21 for more information.
4. If you are installing an optical drive, install four M3 metric mounting screws (not provided) in the lower
holes on each side of the drive.
NOTE: When replacing an optical drive, transfer the four M3 metric mounting screws from the old drive
to the new one.
IMPORTANT: Use only 5 mm long screws as mounting screws. Longer screws can damage the internal
components of the drive.
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