Hardware Reference Guide - HP Compaq Business PC dc5100 Small Form Factor Model
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Hardware Upgrades
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To replace the optical drive, reverse the removal procedure. When 
replacing a drive, transfer the four guide screws from the old drive to 
the new one. The screws take the place of drive rails.
Removing an Optional Diskette Drive
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CAUTION: All removable media should be taken out of the drives before 
removing the drive from the computer.
The optional diskette drive is located underneath the optical drive. To 
remove the diskette drive:
1. Follow the procedure in the above section, “Removing an Optical 
Drive,” to remove the optical drive and access the diskette drive.
2. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the diskette 
drive.
3. Slide the diskette drive forward and lift it up and out of the drive 
cage.
Removing the Diskette Drive
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To replace the diskette drive, reverse the removal procedure. When 
replacing a drive, transfer the four guide screws from the old drive to 
the new one. The screws take the place of drive rails.










