CD/DVD Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
1.Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
2.Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
3.Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4.Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
5.If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.
6.Open the computer cover.
Removing a CD/DVD Drive
1.Disconnect the power and CD/DVD drive cables from the back of the drive.
1CD/DVD drive cable
2power cable
2.Press inward on the two tabs on the sides of the drive, and then slide the drive upward and remove it from the drive bay.
