Early / Mid 2009 17" Macbook Pro - OWC Data Doubler Installation Manual

2.2.8 Early / Mid-2009 17" MacBook Pro (5,2)
IMPORTANT: be sure that your laptop is fully shut down and disconnected
from all cables, including the power cable.
1. Remove the 10 Phillips screws that secure the bottom cover to the chassis.
Note: the three right-most screws along the top edge (shown in yellow) are
longer than the rest; install them in the same screw holes at the end of the
process. The rest can be used interchangeably in the remaining screw holes.
2. Place your fingers at the top of the chassis, near the black vent underneath
the screen, then lift to release the bottom cover. There are two snap clips
holding the cover in place; they will release when you lift the cover. The
optical drive is noted by the red arrow and will need to be removed.
Recommended:
tab attached to the battery connector and dislodge it from the logic board.
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before moving to the next step, gently pull on the plastic
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