HP E1Z94UT E1Z94UT#ABA manual Replacing the optical drive, Removing the optical drive

12.Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.

13.Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the computer cover or access panel was removed.

The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory when you turn on the computer.

Replacing the optical drive

The Ultra-slim Desktop uses a slim Serial ATA (SATA) optical drive.

Removing the optical drive

CAUTION: All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the computer.

1.Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.

2.Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.

3.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

4.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.

CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.

5.If the computer is on a stand, remove the computer from the stand and lay the computer down.

6.Remove the computer access panel.

7.Disconnect the cables on the rear of the optical drive (1), push the green release latch on the right rear side of the drive toward the center of the drive (2), then slide the drive forward and out of the bay through the front bezel (3).

CAUTION: When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to avoid damaging the cable.

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