To remove a DAC cable: Pull straight back on the release ring to release the cable retention tab. Alternatively, you can lift the retention clip on the adapter to free the cable if necessary. wtf? Wonder if it's positive air pressure and fine dust settling? I think that's from really fast internet. This is particularly important in environments with numerous cables, as removing the wrong cable. This short clip demonstrates how to remove a DAC cable with a broken or stretched plastic pull tab. Enterprise members also receive dedicated account managers and a guaranteed uptime SLA.