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Removing a CD/DVD drive

Use this information to remove a CD/DVD drive.

To remove a CD/DVD drive, complete the following steps:

  1. Read the safety information and installation guidelines, see Safety and Installation guidelines.
  2. Turn off the server (see Turning off the server) and all attached peripheral devices. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all external cables as necessary to replace the device.
  3. Remove the server cover (see Removing the server top cover).
  4. Press and hold the release tab down as you push the drive from the rear to slide it out of the bay.

    cd dvd drive

  5. Slide the drive-retention clip from the side of the drive. Save the clip to use when you install the replacement drive.

    drive retention clip

  6. If you are instructed to return the CD/DVD drive, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.