Dell YT583 manual Installing an Optical Drive, 268

Installing an Optical Drive

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 139.

CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it has an approximate minimum weight of 55 lbs) and can be difficult to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to lift, move, or tilt it; this computer requires a two-man lift. Always lift correctly to avoid injury; avoid bending over while lifting. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information.

CAUTION: The computer stand should be installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability. Failure to install the stand could result in the computer tipping over, potentially resulting in bodily injury or damage to the computer.

2If you are installing a new drive, unpack the drive and prepare it for installation.

Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer.

3Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 141).

4Remove the drive panel (see "Removing the Drive Panel" on page 246).

5If another device is installed in the optical drive bay, remove that device (see the appropriate instructions in this section).

6If the optical drive bay is unpopulated, remove the drive panel insert (see "Removing a Drive-Panel Insert" on page 247).

7If no screws are attached to the drive, check the inside of the drive panel for screws, and attach screws to the new drive.

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Adding and Replacing Parts