4.  Remove all power:
a.  Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b.  Disconnect each power cord from the  server.
5.  Disconnect all peripheral cables from the  server.
6.  Remove the server from the  rack.
7.  Place the server on a flat, level work surface.
8.  Remove the access panel.
9.  Remove the middle cover.
10.  Disconnect the SlimSAS-power Y-cable from the optical drive .
11.  Remove the optical drive.
Retain the screw. The screw will be used to secure the new optical drive spare.