Removing the 5.25-inch optical drive:
Save and close all open files and exit all open applications.
Shut down your computer. For Windows operating system, click Start > Image: Power button Power > Shut down.
NOTE:If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions.
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
Disconnect all attached network devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, and monitor from your computer.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.
Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer, if applicable.
Removing the side cover:
Press the latch
Pull the latch [1] upward and rotate it to release the cover [2].
Lift the cover to remove it from the system.
To remove the 5.25-inch optical drive:
Disconnect the power cable and the SATA cable from the optical drive.
Push down on the release latch [1].
Slide the optical drive out of the system [2].
Installing the 5.25-inch optical drive:
Align the screw holes on the bracket with the holes on the optical drive.
Install the four screws that secure the plastic optical drive bracket to the optical drive.
Slide the optical drive into the slot, until it locks into place.
Connect the power cable and the SATA cable to the optical drive.
Installing the side cover:
First hold and align the bottom of the side cover to the chassis.
Ensure that the hook on the bottom of the side cover snaps into the notch on the system.
Press the system cover until it clicks into place.
CAUTION:The system will not power on without the side cover. Also, the system will shut down if the side cover is removed while the system is on.
Replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer.
Connect any external devices, peripherals, or cables you removed before working on your computer.
Replace any media cards, discs, or any other parts that you removed before working on your computer.
Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
Turn on your computer.
