Note: Although graphics in this document show the front bezel removed, you do not need to remove the bezel to remove and replace a drive in the 5.25-inch drive bays.

1. Turn off the computer, and then disconnect the power cord.

2. Remove the computer's right side panel.

3. Inside the case, locate the 5.25-inch drive bays in the upper front corner.

4. At the rear of the optical drive, disconnect the data and power cables.
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5. Slide the 5.25-inch drive bay release lever toward the rear of the case. When the bay is unlocked, an unlock symbol is visible.
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6. Slide the optical drive out of the front of the case.
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1. At the front of the case, slide the optical drive into the bay.
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2. Lock the drive into place by sliding the 5.25-inch drive bay release lever toward the front of the case.
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3. Connect the power and data cables to the rear of the optical drive.
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4. Replace the right side panel.

5. Connect the computer's power cord, and then turn on the computer.