Removing the CD-ROM/DVD Drive

(HP Authorized Service Providers Only)

Required Equipment

∙Small Phillips screwdriver.

Removal Procedure

1.Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

∙Keyboard cover (page 2-9).

∙Keyboard (page 2-11).

∙Hard disk drive assembly (page 2-13).

∙Display assembly (page 2-17).

∙Top case (page 2-19).

∙Hinge saddle set (page 2-22).

2.Pull the CD-ROM or DVD assembly to the right, off of its connector and out of the notebook.

Figure 2-23. Removing the CD-ROM/DVD Drive

Reassembly Notes

∙Place the assembly so that its connector aligns with that on the motherboard, then gently press the assembly to the left and into place.

HP OmniBook XE3

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