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Optical Drive
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
Removing the Optical Drive
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the hinge covers and center control cover (see "Removing the
Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover" on page 45).
3
Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 55).
4
Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on
page 63).
5
Remove the palm rest (see "Removing the Palm Rest" on page 75).
6
Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the optical drive to the
computer base.