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Peel the strip of EMI tape off the edge of the rear case.
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Remove the two T10 Torx screws securing the optical drive to the rear case.
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If necessary, remove the piece of tape holding the thermal sensor wires to the hard drive.
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Pull the optical drive thermal sensor connector straight away from its socket on the logic board.
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When removing this connector, it is helpful use your thumbnails to push the ears on either side of the connector toward the top of your iMac.
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Lift the left edge of the optical drive slightly and pull it away from the right side of the rear case.
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Insert a spudger between the optical drive connector and the optical drive.
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Twist the spudger to slightly separate the optical drive connector from the optical drive, then use your fingers to pull the connector away from the drive.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
