Replacing the Fan Bracket

1Align the fan bracket down onto the bracket base so that the mounting pins fit correctly into the bracket base. See Figure 3-15.

2Insert the bracket and engage the release levers to lock it in place.

3If removed, replace the fans in the fan bracket. See "Replacing a Cooling Fan."

4Close the system. See "Closing the System."

Optical Drive

An optional slimline DVD-ROM or DVD+RW optical drive slides into the front panel and connects to the SATA controller on the system board. The optical drive is on the right or left side of the system, depending on your chassis.

NOTE: DVD devices are data only.

Removing the 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.

1Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.

2Open the system. See "Opening the System."

3Disconnect the optical drive cable from the back of the optical drive.

4To remove the optical drive, press down on the blue release tab at the back of the optical drive and push the drive out of the system. See Figure 3-16.

Installing the 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

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