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The optical drive is where CDs and DVDs are inserted and read in a laptop. Optical drives have various moving parts so they can malfunction or stop working properly. The optical drive can be removed easily in order to replace it.
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Turn the laptop over.
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Locate the orange switch next to the battery.
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Using a small tool such as tweezers or a pen, slide the orange switch completely to the left to unlock the battery.
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While holding the orange switch in place, lift the battery by the lip and pull it away from the laptop.
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Locate the black screw just above the battery.
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Remove the black screw holding the optical drive in place by using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Pull the optical drive free from the laptop.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.