Removal and Replacement Procedures

5.7 Optical Drive

Spare Part Number Information

8X Max DVD-ROM/CD-RW combination drive

344860-001

8X Max DVD-ROM drive

344859-001

24X Max DVD+RW drive

344861-001

 

 

1.Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 5.3).

2.Remove the memory expansion/Mini PCI compartment cover (Section 5.5).

3.Position the notebook so the front panel faces you.

4.Remove the PM2.5×5.0 screw 1 that secures the optical drive in the memory expansion/Mini PCI compartment.

5.Remove the PM2.5×8.0 screw 2 that secures the optical drive in the battery bay.

6.Push on the back of the optical drive 3 through the opening on the left side of the memory expansion/Mini PCI compartment.

7.Remove the optical drive 4.

Removing the Optical Drive

Reverse the above procedure to install an optical drive.

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