4 537487-001 — Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
7 Tilt out the top of the side panel, and then lift the panel
from the computer.
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8 Locate the three tabs that secure the front panel to the
computer. Pull each of the tabs out slightly, away from
the computer, to release the panel.
9 Swing the front panel open toward the left, and then
lift it off the computer.
10 Locate the optical disc drive you want to replace (and
also the drive latch for it).