Optical drive

Description

Spare part number

 

 

Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive

643913-001

 

 

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive

643911-001

 

 

DVD-ROM Drive

643910-001

 

 

Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:

1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

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 42).

5.Remove the bottom door (see Bottom door on page 49).

Remove the optical drive:

1.Position the computer upside-down with the right side toward you.

2.Loosen the captive Phillips screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.

3.Push the optical drive tab (2) to release the optical drive from the computer.

4.Remove the optical drive (3) from the computer.

5.If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, position the optical drive with the rear toward you.

50 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures