Introduction

If your disc drive on the laptop does not open or read discs, it may need to be replaced. In this guide, we will show you how to replace the disc drive.

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    • Use a T4 Torx screwdriver head to remove the ten 4mm Torx head screws on the bottom of the laptop.

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    • Use an opening tool to pry open the rear cover. Lift the cover off and away from the board.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver head to remove the three black 7mm Phillips head screws that hold the battery in place.

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    • Once the screws have been removed, gently lift the battery out.

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    • Use the Phillips #0 Screwdriver to unscrew the four silver 5mm screws.

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    • Gently disconnect the Hard Drive from the connector cable. Lift it out and remove it.

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    • Use the Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two 7mm Phillips head screws from the metal disc drive holder.

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    • Lift the metal disc drive holder off of the disc drive to remove it.

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    • Use the Phillips #0 screwdriver to unscrew the one silver 5mm Phillips head screw that connects the disc drive to the motherboard.

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    • Slowly slide out the disc drive, keeping it level, to remove it.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Chance Woudenberg

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