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Adding or replacing an optical
disc drive
To add replace an optical drive:
1
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in
“Removing the side panel” on page 35 .
2
Remove the front bezel by following the instructions in
“Removing the front bezel” on page 36 .
3
If you are installing a new drive (not replacing an old
one), remove the two drive retention screws in the drive
bay, then go to
Step 8 . For the location of the screws, see
the photo in Step 6 .
4
If you are replacing an existing drive, disconnect the
cables from the drive, noting their locations and
orientation. You will reconnect the cables after you
install the new drive.
5
Note any jumper settings on the old drive and set the
jumper on the new drive to be the same.
Tools
You need a Phillips screwdriver to add or replace a CD or DVD drive.
Important
The color and shape of your replacement drive’s front cover may
vary from your original drive.
Drive data cable Drive power cable
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