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:
Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer (DL) support 462453-001
HD-ROM Drive 446502-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 446501-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive 446500-001
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 446499-001
For use in computer models with AMD processors:
CD-RW and DVD-ROM Combo Drive 449937-001
DVD±RW and DVD-ROM SuperMulti Drive with LightScribe 449935-001
HD DVD-ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer support with LightScribe 448006-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive 448004-001
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 46).
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 disc tray is
partially ejected from the optical drive.)
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