Dell E11S manual Optical and Tape Drives Optional, Removing an Optical or Tape Drive

Optical and Tape Drives (Optional)

Your system contains two 5.25-inch drive bays. In the upper 5.25-inch drive bay, you can install only an optical drive. In the lower 5.25-inch drive bay, you can install either an optical or a tape backup unit.

Removing an Optical or Tape 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 and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

2Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 45.

3Remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 47.

4Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive. See Figure 3-6for disconnecting a SAS connection and Figure 3-7for disconnecting a SATA connection.

5Slide the drive release latch in the direction of the arrow to release the shoulder screw and slide the drive out to remove it from the drive bay.

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Installing System Components