- Topic ID: id_17423181
- Version: 4.0
- Date: Aug 10, 2021 9:57:03 PM
HP Host Computer Z820 DVD Drive Replacement
Prerequisites
Overview
This procedure shall be followed when replacing the DVD Drive in the Z820 computer.
Figure 1. DVD Drive

Procedure
- Select one of the following methods to Power OFF the Operator
Console:
- If Applications are up, click on the Shut Down button and select Shutdown.
The Operator Console monitor will display a 'Power Down' message when it is acceptable to power OFF the Operator Console.
- If Applications are down, open a Unix Shell. Type: halt.
- If Applications are up, click on the Shut Down button and select Shutdown.
- Power OFF the console at the front panel switch.
- Remove the front and left side cover from the console.
Refer to
- Remove the following components from the host computer (Z820):
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Side Access Panel
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Airflow Guide
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Expansion Card Support
Figure 2. Airflow Guide and Expansion Card Support

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- Disconnect the cables for DVD drive.
- Pull the drive release latch, and pull out DVD drive.
Figure 3. Drive Release Latch

- Replace the existing DVD drive with new one.
- Reinstall all removed components, and reconnect any cables that have been disconnected.
Finalization
- Reinstall the console covers.