Upgrading and Servicing Guide

584880-001 — Removing and Replacing a CD or DVD Drive 5

13 Disconnect the cables from the drive:

The plugs on the cables are keyed and can be

inserted only when aligned properly with the

connector on the drive.

In addition, some plugs have a latch that must be

pressed or squeezed to release the plug while pulling

it from the connector.

 Plugs without a latch:

For plugs without a latch, pull the plug straight out

from the connector.

 Plugs with a latch:

For plugs with a latch, press the latch (1 or 3) in the

center of each plug, and then pull the plug (2 or 4)

from the connector.

14 Pull the drive completely out through the front of the

computer.