Installing a drive in bay 1
To install an optical drive or an additional hard disk drive in bay 1, do the following:
1.Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 21.
2.Remove the plastic panel from the front bezel.
3.Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose.
4.For a 5.25-inch drive, install a retainer bracket on the side of the drive.
5.For a 3.5-inch drive, install the drive into the Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch.
Note: If you are installing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive you must use a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch. You can obtain this bracket from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center.
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