5.7 Optical Drive
8X Max DVD-ROM/CD-RW combination drive
8X Max DVD-ROM drive
24X Max DVD+RW drive
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.
Maintenance and Service Guide
Spare Part Number Information
Removal and Replacement Procedures
344860-001
344859-001
344861-001
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