3. power cable 4. release tabNext steps1. If you are not installing an optical drive immediately, install an optical drive blank.NOTE: Blanks must be installed on empty optical drive or tape drive slots to maintain FCCcertification of the system. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the system and aid inproper cooling and airflow inside the system.NOTE: The procedure to install an optical drive blank is similar to the procedure to install anoptical drive.2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.Related LinksSafety instructionsBefore working inside your systemInstalling the optional ultra slim optical driveAfter working inside your systemInstalling the optional ultra slim optical driveThe procedure for installing an optical drive and optical drive blank is similar to the procedure to install anoptical drive.PrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onlyperform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or asdirected by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that isnot authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructionsthat are shipped with your product.1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.3. If installed, remove the optical drive blank by pressing the blue release tab at the back of the blankand pushing the blank out of the system.Steps1. Align the optical drive with the optical drive slot on the front of the chassis.2. Slide the optical drive into the slot until the latch snaps into place.3. Connect the power and data cables to the back of the optical drive.4. Route the power and data cables through the cable routing latch of the system.5. Connect the power and data cables to the connectors on the system board.114
