Optical Drive (Select Models Only) - HP Compaq Presario CQ43 Maintenance And Service Manual

Optical drive (select models only)

NOTE: The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket.
Description
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe (select models
only)
DVD±RW and CD-RW Drive
DVD-ROM Drive
Optical drive slot space saver
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
5. Remove the memory module/wireless module compartment cover (see
on page
6. Remove the hard drive compartment cover (see
Remove the optical drive:
1. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
2. Insert an unbent paper clip or similar thin tool into the optical drive tab access (2) to release the
optical drive tray from the optical drive.
Battery on page
42).
41).
Hard drive on page
Component replacement procedures
Spare part number
645988-001
666213-001
659939-001
659930-001
WLAN module
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