Einleitung

If you are having trouble reading CDs or DVDs in your computer, you may need to replace your optical drive. Follow this guide to learn how.

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    • Shutdown the computer.

    • Remove all external devices.

    • Unplug the power, and any other cords, from the laptop.

    • Turn the laptop upside down, with the front towards you.

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    • Slide the battery release latch to the left until the battery pops up.

    • Lift the front edge of the battery pack and swing it back to remove it.

    • When reassembling, first align the back of the battery with the chassis, then press the front downwards until it latches.

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    • On the optical drive there is small pin hole. Insert a paperclip or similarly sized object in the hole.

    • The Drive will pop a short way out of the computer.

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    • Remove the 7mm Phillips #1 screw that secures the optical drive to the computer.

    • Grip the sides of the Optical Drive and slide it out until it is completely removed from the computer.

    • When reassembling, slide the optical drive straight in until it clicks.

Abschluss

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Rylie Schmidt

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