Optical drive
NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel.
Description Spare part number
For use only with HP Compaq 6535s Notebook PC models
DVD±RW Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe
493168-001
DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 493167-001
DVD-ROM Drive 493166-001
For use only with HP Compaq 6530s and 6531s Notebook PC models
Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer
491652-001
DVD±RW Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe 491651-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive, Double-Layer 491650-001
DVD-ROM Drive 491649-001
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 the right side toward you.
2. Remove the slotted Torx ST8M2.5×7.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
3. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into the optical drive tab access (2) and press the
tab to the left to release the optical drive from the computer.
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