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Replacing the cd-rom (or dvd) drive – HP VECTRA VL800 User Manual

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2 Installing and Replacing Hardware Parts in Your PC

Replacing the CD-ROM (or DVD) Drive

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Replacing the CD-ROM (or DVD) Drive

Removing the Existing Drive

1

Switch off the display and PC. Disconnect all power cables and any LAN
or telecommunications cables.

2

Remove the PC’s cover and front bezel (refer to page 24).

3

Refer to “Removing the Front Access Drive Cage” on page 35 for
instructions on removing the front access cage.

4

Remove the screws attaching the drive to the cage and slide the drive out
of the cage.

Installing the New Drive

1

Slide the new drive into the drive tray (with the correct orientation).
Ensure that the front of the new device is aligned with the other drive or
filler plate. Secure the drive in position using the screws.

2

Put the front access cage back into the PC. Refer to “Replacing the Front
Access Drive Cage” on page 36 to
complete the installation.