Hardware Reference Guide
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Hardware Upgrades
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To replace the optical drive, reverse the removal procedure. When
replacing a drive, transfer the four guide screws from the old drive to
the new one. The screws take the place of drive rails.
Removing a Diskette Drive
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CAUTION:
All removable media should be taken out of the drives before
removing the drive from the computer.
The diskette drive is located underneath the optical drive. To remove
the diskette drive:
1. Follow the procedure in the above section,
“Removing an Optical
Drive,”
to remove the optical drive and access the diskette drive.
2. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the rear of the
diskette drive.
3. Slide the diskette drive forward and lift it up and out of the drive
cage.
Removing the Diskette Drive
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To replace the diskette drive, reverse the removal procedure. When
replacing a drive, transfer the four guide screws from the old drive to
the new one. The screws take the place of drive rails.