Replace Hard Drive on Intel (late 2006) insight

I'm trying to replace the hard drive on my iMac G5 Insight (late 2006). I know it will void my warranty, but I'm still in the middle of doing it and need help.
I've successfully removed the LCD screen and am to the computer hard drive, but I don't see how to get it out because the screws are inaccessible. Has anyone replaced a hard drive on the newer G5 that could provide me with some steps to get the hard drive out?
Does anyone have any photos they have taken of the new G5 that will show how to remove the hard drive once the LCD has been removed?
Thanks!

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Mr. NCPhotoguy,
Hope you had a wonderful Easter, and I spent Easter with my family down in Los Angeles area.
Thank you for the YouTube link, yes the disassembly is exactly like the Mac I have.
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