Optical drive
Description Spare part number
HP SuperMulti DVD Writer Drive 583092-001
HP Slim Slot Blu-ray Combo Drive 583093-001
The optical drive is located under the drive cover on the left side of the computer (when viewed from
behind). It is secured with one screw. You must remove the left side cap to remove the optical drive.
Figure 7-34 Optical drive location
To remove the optical drive:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
Preparing to disassemble the computer on page 33).
2. Remove the left rear panel (see
Rear panels on page 46).
3. Remove the left cap (see
Left cap on page 60).
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