Optical drive (optional)
Optical drives retrieve and store data on optical discs such as CD and DVD. Optical drives can be categorized into two basic types: optical
disc readers and optical disc writers.
Removing the optional 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.
Steps
1
Disconnect the power and data cable from the back of the drive.
NOTE:
Ensure that you note the routing of the power and data cable on the side of the system as you remove them
from the system board and drive. Route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being
pinched or crimped.
2
To release the optical drive, press the release tab.
3
Slide the optical drive out of the system until it is free of the optical drive slot.
4
If you are not adding a new optical drive, install the optical drive blank.
Figure 33. Removing the optical drive
1
optical drive
2
data cable
3
power cable
4
release tab
Next steps
1
Install the optional front bezel
2
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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