Compaq 517212-001 Computer Drive User Manual


 
517212-001 — Removing and Replacing the Optical Disc Drive 15
9 Release the two latching tabs on the left side of the
front bezel by pulling them slightly outward. When
the left side of the front bezel is released, pull it away
from the computer.
10 Spread a towel or soft cloth on your working surface.
Then lay the computer on its side.
11 Remove the two screws that secure the optical drive
cage to the front of the computer.
12 Lift the front edge of the optical drive and cage
assembly (1), and then slide the tabs (2) out of the
notches at the rear of the computer.
13 Disconnect the power cable and data cable from the
back of the optical drive.
Press the release button on the end of the power cable
and the data cable while disconnecting these cables
from the drive.
NOTE: The location of the cable connections may
vary with the optical drive model in your computer.
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