Removing an optical drive
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly
2.
Remove the access panel
3.
Remove the front bezel
4.
Disconnect the power cable and data cable from the back of the optical drive (1).
CAUTION:
damaging the cable.
5.
Remove the two Torx screws that secure the drive to the computer (2), and then slide the drive out of
the drive bay (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the optical drive.
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(Access panel on page
(Front bezel on page
When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to avoid
(Preparation for disassembly on page
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