Optical drive, Removing an optical drive – Dell DX6000G User Manual
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Installing System Components
Optical Drive
A slimline
DVD or DVD-RW
optical drive slides into the front panel and
connects to the SATA controller on the system board.
NOTE:
DVD devices are data only.
Removing an Optical Drive
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 came with the
product.
1 If installed, remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on
2 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect
the system from its electrical outlet.
3 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 80.
4 Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.
Note the routing of the power and data cables underneath the tabs on the
system chassis as you remove them from the system board and drive. You
must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them
from being pinched or crimped.
5 To remove the drive, pull the release latch and lift and angle the drive to
release it from the notch on the metal standoffs. Lift the drive out of the
chassis. See Figure 3-16.
6 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 81.
7 If applicable, replace the optional front bezel. See "Installing the Front
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