104 Installing System ComponentsNOTE: DVD devices are data only.Removing the Optical DriveCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Youshould only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in yourproduct documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service andsupport team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not coveredby your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with theproduct.1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnectthe system from its electrical outlet.2 Open the system. See "Opening the System."3 Disconnect the optical drive cable from the back of the optical drive.4 To remove the optical drive, press down on the blue release tab at the backof the optical drive and push the drive out of the system. See Figure 3-15.Installing the Optical DriveCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Youshould only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in yourproduct documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service andsupport team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not coveredby your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with theproduct.1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnectthe system from its electrical outlet.2 Open the system. See "Opening the System."3 To remove the optical drive blank, press down on the blue release tab atthe back of the blank and push the blank out of the system.4 Align the optical drive with its opening in the front panel. See Figure 3-15.5 Slide in the optical drive until the latch snaps into place.6 Connect the optical drive cable to the back of the drive tray.
