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Compaq AP500 User Manual

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Compaq Professional Workstation AP500 Maintenance and Service Guide

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Pull the drive completely out of the drive cage.

COMPACT

Figure 3-20. Removing the CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive

To replace the drive, reverse the above procedure.

CAUTION: Use only 3/16-inch or 5 mm long screws. Using longer screws can
damage the internal components of the drive.

CAUTION: When servicing the workstation, be sure cables are placed in their
proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can
damage the computer.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you attach the middle connector of the data cable to the drive.

NOTE: Be sure to transfer the guide screw from the old drive to the new one. The screw is
installed on the right front side of the drive. Note that extra guide screws are provided on the side
of the air plenum.