Replacing the optical drive
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Procedure
1
Align the tabs on the optical-drive bezel with the slots on the optical drive and
snap the optical-drive bezel into place.
2
Align the screw hole on the optical-drive bracket with the screw hole on the
optical drive.
3
Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the optical-drive bracket to the optical
drive.
4
Slide the optical-drive assembly into the optical-drive bay and align the screw
hole on the optical-drive bracket with the screw hole on the base cover.
5
Replace the screw (M2x5) that secures the optical-drive assembly to the base
cover.
Post-requisites
Replace the battery.
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