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Hardware Reference Guide
Hardware Upgrades
Removing a 3.5" Drive Bezel Blank
If the computer was not shipped with a device in the 3.5" bay, the bay
will be covered by a bezel blank. If you install a device in the 3.5"
bay, you must first remove the bezel blank.
1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and front bezel. Refer to
“Removing the
Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. While facing the inside of the front bezel, press outward on the
two retaining tabs on each side of the bezel blank
1
and pull the
bezel blank inwards to remove it
2
.
Removing a 3.5" Bezel Blank
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To install a 3.5" bezel blank, press the blank inward from inside the
front bezel so that it snaps into place.