A computer system including an enclosure having a bay formed therein for receiving a peripheral device. A microprocessor is mounted in the enclosure, and an input is coupled to provide input to the microprocessor. A mass storage is coupled to the microprocessor, and a display is coupled to the microprocessor by a video controller. A system memory is coupled to provide storage to facilitate execution of computer programs by the microprocessor. A carrier is provided for removably mounting the peripheral device in the bay. The carrier includes a plurality of walls forming a cavity for receiving the peripheral device. The cavity has a first end and a second end. A first one of the walls has an opening formed therein. The opening has contoured edges adjacent the first and second ends of the cavity. A recessed portion is adjacent the opening in the first wall and the recessed portion extends at least partially between the first and second ends of the cavity.