Replacing An Optical Drive - HP Laptop User Manual

Replacing an optical drive

CAUTION:
Shut down the computer before removing the optical drive from the upgrade bay. Do not remove the
optical drive while the computer is on, in the Suspend state, or in Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the
power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
To remove an optical drive from the upgrade bay:
1. Save your work.
2. Shut down the computer and close the display.
3. Disconnect all external hardware devices connected to the computer.
4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the upgrade bay toward you.
6. Remove the battery (see
7. Remove the bottom cover (see
8. Loosen the upgrade bay screw (1).
9. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, gently push the tab to release the optical drive (2).
10. Remove the optical drive from the upgrade bay (3).
To install an optical drive in the upgrade bay:
1. Insert the optical drive into the upgrade bay (1).
To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Inserting or removing the battery on page
Removing the bottom cover on page
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