8 Media BaseReplacing the Media Drive in the Media Base1 Slide the media drive into the media base.2 Replace the screw on the media base that holds the media drive in place.Connecting and Disconnecting External Drives• To connect an external drive such as a CD, CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RWdrive while the computer is off, connect the drive cable to the USBconnector on the media base (see “Back View” on page 4).• To disconnect an external drive while the computer is turned off,remove the drive cable from the USB connector.• To connect and disconnect drives while the computer is on, see “SwappingExternal Drives While the Computer Is On” on page 8.NOTICE: To prevent damage to external drives, store them in a safe, dry placewhen they are not connected to the computer. Avoid pressing down on them orplacing heavy objects on top of them while in storage.Swapping External Drives While the ComputerIs On1 Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the Windows taskbar.2 Click the drive you want to eject.3 Remove the drive cable from the USB connector.4 Connect the new drive by connecting the drive cable to the USBconnector.The operating system recognizes the new drive.If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer.