Introduction
If you are having trouble reading CDs or DVDs in your computer, you may need to replace your optical drive. Follow this guide to learn how.
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            Shutdown the computer. 
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            Remove all external devices. 
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            Unplug the power, and any other cords, from the laptop. 
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            Turn the laptop upside down, with the front towards you. 
 
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            Slide the battery release latch to the left until the battery pops up. 
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            Lift the front edge of the battery pack and swing it back to remove it. 
 
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            On the optical drive there is small pin hole. Insert a paperclip or similarly sized object in the hole. 
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            The Drive will pop a short way out of the computer. 
 
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            Remove the 7mm Phillips #1 screw that secures the optical drive to the computer. 
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            Grip the sides of the Optical Drive and slide it out until it is completely removed from the computer. 
 
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.