Removal and replacement procedures

Optical drive

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spare part

 

Description

number

 

 

 

 

DVD-ROM drive (includes bezel and bracket)

578185-001

 

 

 

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 4-7).

5.Remove the switch cover (see “Switch cover” on page 4-8).

6.Remove the keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-9).

Remove the optical drive:

1.Position the computer with the right side toward you.

2.Remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw 1 that secures the optical drive to the computer.

3.Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into the optical drive tab access 2, and then press the tab to the right to release the optical drive from the computer.

4.Remove the optical drive 3 from the optical drive bay.

Maintenance and Service Guide

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