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Replacing the CDROM drive
WARNING:
There is a risk of electrical shock, the power supply can deliver an electrical shock even when the
mains power is removed from the unit; be certain to observe all standard safety precautions.
CAUTION:
The motherboard front panel display socket carries additional power, do not under any circum-
stances attempt to connect a cable plugged in this socket into the hard disk drives or CDROM drive.
This will short circuit the attached device and/or motherboard rendering it inoperable.
TOOLS:
Pozi-driv No.1 screwdriver
High Grab Adhesive
PARTS USED:
MW00036-01
4x M3 (6mm) Black
IC00097-01
CD-ROM ASUS CD-S520
MW00043-01
4x M3 Shakeproof Washers (Black)
PROCEDURE:
Disassembly
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1.
Remove the Lid. (See page *DA_REMOVE_LID*)
2.
Remove the CDROM drawer front (See page *DA_REMOVE_CDROM_FRONT*)
3.
Carefully peel off the EMC tape from the CDROM which is fixed between the drive and chassis
front panel, try not to damage the tape as it can be reapplied again.
4.
Using a Pozi-driv No.1 screwdriver, remove 2x M3 screws from each bracket that mount the
drive and brackets to the chassis. You may need to move the front panel and hard disks cables
aside for easier access.
5.
Lift the drive up slightly at the rear to release the power cable from the cable retaining bunny
clip. Carefully remove the IDE ribbon (black connectors), Power and Audio cables from the rear
Small flat bladed screwdriver
PSU (Power Supply Unit) or another unit
MW00038-01
MW00114-01
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4x M3 (6mm) Black
CD Support Bracket
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