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16 Replacing the Optical Drive
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on
page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory
Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
1Align the screw holes on the optical-drive bracket with the screw holes on the
optical drive.
2Replace the screws that secure the optical-drive bracket to the optical drive.
3Align the tabs on the optical-drive bezel with the slots on the optical-drive
assembly and snap the optical-drive bezel into place.
4Slide the optical-drive assembly into the optical-drive bay until it is fully seated.
5Replace the screw that secures the optical-drive assembly to the computer base.
Postrequisites
1Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 29.
2Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 19.
3Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.
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