Figure 35. Removing the optical drive cage or tape driveNext stepInstall the optical drive cage or tape drive.Related linkInstalling the optical drive cage or tape driveInstalling the front bezelRemoving the front bezelInstalling the optical drive cage or tape drivePrerequisiteNOTE: The procedure to install the optical drive cage is the same as installing the tape drive.Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.Steps1 Unpack and prepare the drive for installation.For instructions, see the documentation that shipped with the drive.If you are installing a SAS tape drive, you must have an internal tape adapter installed. For more information on installing a SAS tapedrive, see the Installing an expansion card section.2 If applicable, remove the existing drive or the drive blank.3 Align the guide on the drive with the slot on drive bay.4 Slide the drive into the slot until the latch clicks into place.5 Connect the power and data cable to the drive.6 Connect the power and data cables to the backplane and the system board.Installation and Service ManualInstalling and removing system components83