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Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive 688771-001
DVD-ROM Drive 688769-001
Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 51).
5. Remove the service access cover (see
Service access cover on page 52).
Remove the optical drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Loosen the Phillips captive screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
3. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into the optical drive tab access (2) and press the
tab to the left to release the optical drive from the computer.
4. Remove the optical drive (3).
64 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures