Removing a CD/DVD Drive
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Pull up on the drive release latch and slide the drive towards the back of the computer. Then, lift up to remove the drive from the computer.
3. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.
4. Replace the computer cover. See Replacing the Computer Cover.
5. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
Installing a CD/DVD Drive
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation.
3. If you are installing a new drive:
a. Press the two snaps on the top of the drive-panel insert and rotate the insert toward the front of the computer. Remove it from the computer.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
NOTICE: Do not pull the drive out of the computer by the drive cables. Doing so may cause damage to the cables and the cable connectors.
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drive release latch
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CD/DVD drive
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer.