Optical drive
NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel.
Description Spare part number
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 595759-001
Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive 595760-001
DVD-ROM Drive 595758-001
Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 595761-001
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 the right side toward you.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the
computer.
3. Push the optical drive tab (2) to release the optical drive from the computer.
4. Remove the optical drive (3) from the computer.
5. If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, position the optical drive with the rear
toward you.
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