Dell P35E User Manual

Replacing the optical drive
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the
steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working
inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/
regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
1. Align the tabs on the optical-drive bezel with the slots on the optical drive and snap the optical-drive bezel into place.
2. Align the screw holes on the optical-drive bracket with the screw holes on the optical drive.
3. Replace the two screws (M2x3) that secure the optical-drive bracket to the optical drive.
4. Slide the optical-drive assembly into the optical-drive bay.
5. Align the screw hole on the optical-drive bracket with the screw hole on the base cover.
6. Replace the screw (M2x2) that secures the optical-drive assembly to the base cover.
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Dell P35E Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	P35E
Category	Laptop
Language	English