Dell R410 owner manual Replacing a Cooling Fan, Removing an Optical Drive

Replacing a Cooling Fan

1Ensure that the fan is oriented correctly.

Orient the fan module so that the side with the power cable faces towards the back of the system.

2Slide the fan module into the fan assembly until the fan is fully seated. See Figure 3-18.

3Connect the fan’s power cable to the power connector on the system board.

4Replace the system board shroud. See "Installing the System Board Shroud" on page 106.

5Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 83.

6Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Optical Drive

An optional slimline DVD or DVD-RWoptical drive slides into the front panel and connects to the SATA controller on the system board.

NOTE: DVD devices are data only.

Removing an Optical Drive

WARNING: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before you begin this procedure, review the safety instructions that came with the system.

1If installed, remove the optional front bezel. See "Removing and Replacing the Optional Front Bezel" on page 81.

2Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.

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