HP PAVILION DV2500 Maintenance And Service Guide

Optical drive
NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel.
Description Spare part number
For use in computer models with Intel processors:
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 452052-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive 452051-001
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 452050-001
For use in computer models with AMD processors:
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 455830-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive 455829-001
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 455828-001
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 47).
Remove the optical drive:
1.
Position the computer with right side toward you.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
3. Insert a thin tool, such as a paper clip (2), into the release access. (The optical drive media tray is
partially ejected from the optical drive.)
62 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures

HP PAVILION DV2500 Specifications

General

CPU	Intel Core 2 Duo
Screen Resolution	1280 x 800
Memory	Up to 4GB DDR2
Display	14.1-inch WXGA
Hard Drive	Up to 250GB SATA
Optical Drive	DVD±RW
Wireless	802.11b/g
Operating System	Windows Vista