How to Remove a CD-ROM Drive or Tape  Drive

Before You Begin

Complete these tasks:

• "How to Power Off the System"

• "How to Remove the Side Access Panel"

• "How to Avoid Electrostatic Discharge"

• "How to Remove the Removable Media Assembly (RMA)"

Video Demonstration

Figure 7-11  

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What to Do

1. Disconnect the SCSI data and power cables from the rear of the CD-ROM or tape drive.

   Figure 7-12  

   
   

2. Remove the four screws securing the drive in the removable media assembly.

   There are two screws on each side of the drive.

   Figure 7-13  

   
   

3. Slide the drive out the front of its bay in the removable media assembly.

   Push the drive from the rear to start the removal process.

4. Place the drive on an antistatic mat.

What Next

To replace the CD-ROM or tape drive, complete this task:

• "How to Install a CD-ROM Drive or Tape Drive"