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6. Position the flex module cover on the flex module so that the rail guides on the bottom of the flex module
cover engage the rails on the flex module. Then, push the cover to the front of the flex module until
it snaps into position.
Figure 35. Reinstalling the flex module cover
7. Connect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable to the corresponding connector on the
system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 35.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 198.
Removing and reinstalling the optical drive bracket
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter
1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1.
To remove the optical drive bracket, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect
all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 111.
3. Remove the direct cooling air baffle. See “Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle” on
page 112.
4. Remove the device that is installed in the bracket. See “Installing or replacing a device in the optical
drive bay” on page 114.
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