DVD Assembly

Use this procedure to service the DVD assembly.

  1. The DVD assembly will be serviced non-concurrently.

    Remove power from the enclosure containing the FRU. Powering off the enclosure is accomplished through the enclosure's host server. For additional information, refer to the "Powering on and powering off" topic located in the host server's service guide.

  2. Attention:

    Failure to follow the step-by-step sequence for this FRU removal and/or installation may result in FRU or system damage.

    Use the following precautions whenever you handle electronic components or cables.

    • Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging your hardware.
    • If you do not have a wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.
    • Keep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install them.
    • If you remove, then re-install an electronic component, temporarily place the component on an ESD pad or blanket, if available.

  3. Remove the DVD media devices.

    1. While pushing the latch (A) up towards the DVD media device, grasp the DVD media device (B) and pull it out of the system.
    2. Repeat this step to remove a second DVD media device or, if present, filler panel.

  4. Remove the DVD assembly.

    1. While pushing the latch (A) towards the DVD assembly (B), grasp the DVD assembly and pull it out of the system.
    2. Disconnect the DVD cable (C) by squeezing the metal release tab on the cable.
    3. Remove the latch from the DVD assembly.

  5. Install the DVD assembly.

    1. Install the latch (A) by inserting the tabs on the latch into the holes in the DVD assembly.
    2. Align the DVD assembly (B) with its bay.
    3. Insert the DVD cable (C) into the connector located at the rear of the DVD assembly.
    4. Push the DVD assembly fully into the system until the latch locks the DVD assembly into place.

  6. Install the DVD media devices.

    1. Ensure the latch (A) is installed by inserting the tabs on the latch into the holes in the DVD media device (B).
    2. Align the DVD media device with the media bay and push it fully into the system until the latch locks the device into place.
    3. Repeat this step to install a second DVD media device or filler.

  7. Power on the enclosure.

    Power on the enclosure containing the FRU. Powering on the enclosure is accomplished through the enclosure's host server. For additional information, refer to the "Powering on and powering off" topic located in the host server's service guide.