How to remove CD drive from an HP Compaq PC CQ1120UK

[Paqman]

I am considering replacing the HD with an SSD.

First problem I have is how to remove the CD drive which sits on top of the HD.

I can slide it out an inch or so but no further.

Does anyone know any instructions for this or preferably a video.

Thanks very much.

[REO51ST]

@Paqman

Compaq CQ1100 Desktop PC series - 2. Service Procedure Videos

https://h20574.www2.hp.com/results.htm?SID=5146180&MEID=91227BDF-310B-48FB-BA54-3833448C8948

Click on Optical Drive.

REO

[Paqman]

Thanks REO51ST.

Although the text should help,  the heading says Service Procedure Videos but I can't see any links to videos.

I was pulling the drive inwards 'cos I couldn't budge it outwards.

I'll try again.

[REO51ST · Accepted solution]

@Paqman

Watch the Video here.

https://h20574.www2.hp.com/results.htm?SID=5146180&MEID=91227BDF-310B-48FB-BA54-3833448C8948

Click on Optical Drive.

Pull out and push up the latch on the side then pull out the front.

REO

[Paqman]

@ REO51ST  I did click on the link and then realised it needed Flash which I have removed from my PC.

I think I'll temporarily reinstall it.

Thanks again.

EDIT:  Installed Flash and the video was very helpful.