Dell R210 II owner manual Optical Drive Optional, Removing an Optical Drive

Optical Drive (Optional)

An optional slimline DVD-ROM or DVD+/-RWoptical drive slides into the front panel and connects to the SATA controller on the system board.

NOTE: DVD devices are data only.

Removing an Optical Drive

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 came with the product.

1If installed, remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 49.

2Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.

3Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 50.

4Press the release latch. Lift and angle the drive to release it from the notch on the metal standoffs. See Figure 3-4.

5Disconnect the power/data cable from the back of the optical drive.

Note the routing of the power and data cables underneath the tabs on the chassis as you remove them from the system board and drive. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.

6Lift the drive out of the chassis. See Figure 3-4.

7If you are not replacing the optical drive, remove the drive from the drive bay (see Figure 3-4) and insert the filler panel into the drive bay (see Figure 3-5).

8Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 51.

9Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

10If applicable, replace the front bezel. See "Installing the Front Bezel" on page 49.

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Installing System Components