Dell 720H2C appendix Removing an Optical Drive

Removing an Optical Drive

1.Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

3.Remove the drive panel (see Removing the Drive Panel).

4.Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.

NOTE: If you are uninstalling your only optical drive and will not replace it at this time, disconnect the data cable from the system board and set it aside.

1 data cable 2 power cable

5. Slide the drive release latch towards the base of the computer to release the shoulder screw, and then slide the optical drive out of the drive bay.

1 drive release latch 2 optical drive

6.Replace the drive panel (see Replacing the Drive Panel).

7.Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.

8. Connect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.