Supermicro A+ SERVER 1012C-MRF, User Manual

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
6-5
Optional DVD-ROM Drive Installation/Removal
The top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the DVD-
ROM drive bay. The optional DVD-ROM must have a "slim" profile to fit into the
1012C-MRF. If you cannot remove the top cover with the system remaining in the
rack, follow the procedure below.
DVD-ROM Drive Installation
1. First shutdown the system and disconnect the AC power cable.
2. Make sure the system is supported from underneath then remove the front
bracket screws that secure the unit to the rack.
3. Carefully lift the server out of the rack.
4. Open the cover by removing the screws from the lips on either side of the
cover then depress the two buttons on the cover to release it.
5. Push the cover away from you then lift it from the chassis to gain full access
to the inside of the server..
6. Insert the DVD-ROM inside the chassis and then secure it with screws to the
chassis.
7. Replace the top cover when finished and reinstall the server into the rack.
Note: A red mark on a ribbon cable typically designates the location of pin 1.
DVD-ROM Drive Removal
1. First shutdown the system and disconnect the AC power cable.
2. Make sure the system is supported from underneath then remove the front
bracket screws that secure the unit to the rack.
3. Carefully lift the server out of the rack.
4. Open the cover by removing the screws from the lips on either side of the
cover then depress the two buttons on the cover to release it.
5. Push the cover away from you then lift it from the chassis to gain full access
to the inside of the server..
6. Remove the screws that secure the DVD-ROM drive to the chassis and then
lift the drive out of the chassis. See Figure 6-3.
7. Replace the top cover when finished and reinstall the server into the rack.