IBM ThinkPad T43 CD Drive Replacement

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IBM ThinkPad T43 CD Drive Replacement

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Easy

Schritte

7

Zeitaufwand

1 - 2 Minuten

Einleitung

CD Drives can wear down and stop functioning correctly or stop entirely. This guide will show the user how to remove and replace the CD Drive

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    • Start by having the right side of the laptop facing you.

    • The laptop can be open if you would like, but it can be done easier if it is closed.

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    • Remove the screw to be able to use the CD drive unlock switch

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    • Locate the switch on the right side of the CD Drive.

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    • Place finger in between the switch and the bumper

    • Slide the switch to the right until the plastic tab ejects.

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    • Place fingers on the plastic tab.

    • Pull on the tab until the CD Drive ejects.

    • The tab only comes out about an inch to inch and a half.

    • Do not try to pull the tab all the way out.

    • If after you have removed the CD Drive and the tab goes back in, it is alright. It does not affect the later process.

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    • Grab the end of the CD Drive and pulls straight out towards your body.

    • Be careful not to pull it out at an angle to not risk damage.

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    • Now that you have successfully removed the CD Drive you can put in the new one.

    • Place the end of the new CD Drive in and slide in until it clicks.

    • If you are using slight force and it doesn't go in, it could be jammed. Just take it out and try again.

    • If you had not already, you can push back in the tab.

Abschluss

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

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