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Optical drive

To remove the component:

  1. Power down the server.
  2. Remove all power:
    1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
    2. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
  3. Place the server on its side.
  4. Remove the access panel.
  5. Remove the front bezel.
  6. If installed, remove the PCI air baffle.
  7. Remove the system air baffle.
  8. Disconnect the power and SATA cable.
  9. Release cables from clip and metal tabs.

    Removing the SATA cables from the optical disk drive

  10. Press the metal tab.

    Pressing the metal tab to remove the optical disk drive

  11. Remove the optical drive and disconnect the cable from the rear of the drive.

    Removing the optical disk drive cables

To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.