Owners Manual

Figure 17. Removing and installing optical drive
a. Optical drive
b. Power and data cable
c. Release tab
Next steps
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section in this document.
Related references
Safety instructions on page 48
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 49
After working inside your system on page 49
Installing the optical drive
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. If installed, remove the optical drive blank.
Steps
1. Align the optical drive with the optical drive slot on the front of the chassis.
2. Slide in the optical drive until the release tab snaps into place.
3. Connect the power and data cable to the optical drive and system board.
NOTE: Route the cable properly on the side of the system to prevent it from being pinched or crimped.
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