Procedure
Step 1.  Gently rotate the release latch away to unlock the drive handle. 
Figure 152. Removing 7mm drives
Step 2.  Grasp and pull the handle to remove the drive from the drive bay.
After this task is completed
•  Install a replacement unit or a filler (see 
“Install a 7mm drive” on page 268). 
Figure 153. Installing 7mm drive fillers
•  If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use 
any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Demo video
Watch the procedure on YouTube
Remove the 7mm drive cage
Follow instructions in this section to remove the 7mm drive cage.
About this task
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