Optical drive
Description Spare part number
DVD+/-RW Double-Layer SuperMulti drive for non-touch models 720246-001
Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer for non-touch models 720247-001
DVD+/-RW Double-Layer SuperMulti drive for touch models 720248-001
Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer for touch models 720249-001
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 33).
5. Remove the service cover (see
Service cover on page 34).
Remove the optical drive:
1. Remove the screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
2. Use a flat-blade screw driver or similar tool to press on the optical drive bracket tab (2) to
release the optical drive.
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