Install second CD drive in envy 700qe

I want to install a second CD drive in envy 700qe.  I know how to attach the data and power cables, but when I flip the drive door down, it is blocked by a metal panel.  How do I remove that?
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The cover panel is meant to be pryied off after you have removed the front panel.
 See the video from HP.  It's step by step.
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