Optical drive
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Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 30).
Remove the optical drive:
1.Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Memory module on page 32).
2.Position the computer with the right side toward you.
3.Remove the Mylar screw cover (1) that secures the optical drive retention screw. The Mylar screw cover is available in the Rubber Kit, spare part number
4.Remove the two Torx T8M2.0×5.0 screws (2) that secure the optical drive to the computer.
5.Insert a thin tool, such as a paper clip (3), into the release access. (The optical drive disc tray is partially ejected from the optical drive.)
6.Remove the optical drive (4) from the computer.
7.If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, position the optical drive with the rear toward you.
8.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive.
38 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures