Can't Remove Drive Bay Panels...

[m0bius2]

I just got my computer, but all i have to do is just install the cd rom drive. Something is stopping me to do this and its the Cooler Master 690 case. I have to remove the panels in order for the drive to fit through. I can't remove the panel for some reason... My friend told me to apply pressure on the tabs and i did, but the panel still lays there.... I put enough pressure until my thumbs starts to hurt... I am new to this. How do i remove the panel???

Thanks

[oldman_gamer]

Originally Posted by m0bius2

I just got my computer, but all i have to do is just install the cd rom drive. Something is stopping me to do this and its the Cooler Master 690 case. I have to remove the panels in order for the drive to fit through. I can't remove the panel for some reason... My friend told me to apply pressure on the tabs and i did, but the panel still lays there.... I put enough pressure until my thumbs starts to hurt... I am new to this. How do i remove the panel???

Thanks

Have you removed the front pannel? If you have,get a screw driver or pair of pliers etc... and remove the cover plate you need removed.

[manisare]

No i haven't, but i can't find any screws on the cm 690 for the front panel..

[oldman_gamer]

Originally Posted by manisare

No i haven't, but i can't find any screws on the cm 690 for the front panel..

Grab it buy the bottom....and pull it off...no screws hold it on,just rubber type plugs.Once the front panel is removed,"break" twist out the bay doors you want removed.

[manisare]

I can't pull the front panel offf... it feels like if i put too much force it'll break.... I got the panel all loosened but can't get it out now....weird..

[oldman_gamer]

Originally Posted by manisare

I can't pull the front panel offf... it feels like if i put too much force it'll break.... I got the panel all loosened but can't get it out now....weird..

If it is anything like my case....it was difficult the first time.I used a butter knife...then just pulled the sucker off of it.
Read page #6 in this article. CoolerMaster CM 690: A Budget Case with a Punch - Xtreme CPU

[oldman_gamer]

Did you get the front cover off? Would appreciate a closure on this thread,thanks.