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Cd/dvd drive, Removing a cd/dvd drive – Dell XPS 710 User Manual

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See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.

12. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) and select the appropriate USB for FlexBay option.

CD/DVD Drive

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

Removing a CD/DVD Drive

1. Follow the procedures in

Before You Begin

.

2. Remove the computer cover (see

Removing the Computer Cover

).

3. Remove the drive panel (see

Removing the Drive Panel

).

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

NOTE:

If you are uninstalling your only CD/DVD drive and will not replace it at this time, disconnect the data

cable from the system board and set it aside.

1

data cable

2

power cable

5. Slide the drive release latch towards the base of the computer to release the shoulder screw, and then slide the CD/DVD