Replacing the Gateway 400VTX DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive This package includes a DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive for your Gateway 400VTX notebook and these printed instructions. Installing a replacement drive is a process consisting of three procedures that must be done in sequence: Remove the keyboard.
Remove the battery. Turn your notebook over so that the top is facing up. Open the LCD panel to the normal viewing position. To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the notebook. www.gateway.com...
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Replacing the Gateway 400VTX DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive Insert the small flat blade screwdriver under the bottom right corner of the keyboard bezel and gently pry it up. Important Inserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and keyboard and notebook case will help prevent damage to your notebook.
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With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the four keyboard screws and put them in a safe place. Screws www.gateway.com...
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Replacing the Gateway 400VTX DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive Raise the back edge of the keyboard, then slowly rotate it toward you so it lies keys-down on top of your notebook. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. www.gateway.com...
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Replacing the DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive To replace the DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive: Remove the screw that secures the drive to the cooling assembly and the screw that secures the drive to the system board. Screws www.gateway.com...
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Replacing the Gateway 400VTX DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive Slide the drive out of your notebook. Insert the new drive into your notebook, then replace the two screws. www.gateway.com...
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Insert the front of the keyboard under the palm rest. Gently press the keyboard down until it is flat all the way across. The keyboard should easily fall into place. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. Replace the four keyboard screws. Tabs Screws www.gateway.com...
Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables, then turn on your notebook. Technical Support See your user’s guide for Gateway Technical Support information. Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information See your user’s guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.