Dell Inspiron 3000 - Manual (Page 67)

Removing and Replacing Parts 4-31
C
D-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive
Figure 4-18. CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Disassembly
The CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive resides in a carrier that slides into the
options drive bay on the right side of the computer. To disassemble the CD-
ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive assembly, follow these steps:
1. Remove screws CD1, CD2, CD3, and CD4 that hold the CD-ROM drive or
DVD-ROM drive to the carrier.
2. Disconnect the internal connector on the flex cable from the drive
connector.
3. Lift the CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive out of the carrier.
When reinstalling the CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive in the carrier, make
sure the rubber cushion behind the internal connector fits under the lip.
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive
drive connector
CD1
CD2
CD3
CD4
external connector
lip
internal connector
flex cable
(screws CD1–CD4
are 2 mm)
2 mm
carrier