Installing System Components 93Installing an 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 If installed, remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" onpage 83.2 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnectthe system from its electrical outlet.3 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 84.4 Slide the optical drive into the optical drive bay until the blue release tabsnaps into place. See Figure 3-7.5 Connect the power/data cable to the back of the drive.You must route the cable properly on the side of the system to prevent itfrom being pinched or crimped. For more information, see step 2 andstep 3 of "Sliding the Front-Chassis Assembly" on page 98.6 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 85.7 Reconnect the system and peripherals to their electrical outlets.8 If applicable, install the front bezel. See "Installing the Front Bezel" onpage 83.
