Optical Drive - HP Pavilion g7-1101er Maintenance And Service Manual

Optical drive

NOTE: The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket.
Description
Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW Super Multi Double-Layer Drive
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe
Optical drive bay 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
Remove the optical drive:
1. Loosen the two captive screws (1) that secure the service cover to the computer.
2. Lift the rear edge of the service cover (2) up and forward until it rests at an angle.
3. Remove the service cover. The service cover is available in the Plastics Kit, spare part number
640216-001.
4. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
Battery on page 47).
Spare part number
640210-001 and
659878-001
640209-001 and
659877-001
659617-001
Component replacement procedures
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