Removing and replacing the optical drive

1.Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 92.

2.Rotate the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the optical drive cables.

3.Disconnect the signal and power cables from the rear of the optical drive.

4.Release the optical disk drive by pressing inward on the blue retainer at the side of the drive.

5.Remove the drive by sliding it out the front of the drive bay.

6.Install the retainer bracket on the new drive.

7.Install the optical drive into the bay from the front until it snaps into position.

8.Connect the signal and power cables to the optical drive.

9.To complete the installation, go to “Closing the cover and connecting cables” on page 113.

Lenovo 8098 manual Removing and replacing the optical drive