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Optical drive – Dell OptiPlex 755 User Manual

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5.

Replace the computer cover (see

Replacing the Computer Cover

).


 

6.

Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see

Dell Diagnostics

).

 

Optical Drive

 

 

 

Removing an Optical Drive

 

1.

Follow the procedures in

Before You Begin

.


 

2.

Remove the computer cover (see

Removing the Computer Cover

).


 

3.

Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.

 

4.

Grasp the sliding plate lever and slide it towards the top of the computer until the drive panel snaps open; while holding the lever in place, slide the
drive out of the computer.

 

Installing an Optical Drive

 

1.

Follow the procedures in

Before You Begin

.


 

2.

Remove the computer cover (see

Removing the Computer Cover

).


 

3.

If you are replacing an optical drive, remove the shoulder screws from the existing drive and attach the screws to the replacement drive.

 

4.

If you are installing a new optical drive, remove the drive-panel insert, remove the shoulder screws from the inside of the drive-panel insert, and attach
the screws to the new drive.

1

data/power cable

2

media card reader

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

CAUTION:

To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before replacing the cover.

1

optical drive

2

drive release latch