Dell PowerEdge R320 Systems Owner's Manual

Installing The Optical Drive In Cabled Hard-Drive Systems

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

If installed, remove the front bezel.
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
Open the system.
Align the two notches on the metal standoffs with the slots on the side of the optical drive.
Slide the optical drive into the notches until it is seated firmly and the release latch snaps into place.
Connect the power cable.
Connect the data cable to the back of the drive and to the SATA connector on the system board.
- NOTE: Route and secure the cables using the cable routing latch on the system chassis to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.
Close the system.
If applicable, install the front bezel.
Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.