Optical drive, Removing the optical drive, Replacing the optical drive – Dell Inspiron Zino (300, Late 2009) User Manual
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Optical Drive
Dell™ Inspiron™ 300/400 Service Manual
Removing the Optical Drive
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the top cover (see
Removing the Top Cover
).
3.
Remove the top bracket (see
Removing the Top Bracket
).
4.
Disconnect the optical-drive cable from the connector on the optical drive.
5.
Remove the screw that secures the optical drive to the drive bay.
6.
Push the optical drive to slide it out from the front of the computer.
Replacing the Optical Drive
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Slide the optical drive into the drive bay.
3.
Replace the screw that secures the optical drive to the drive bay.
4.
Connect the optical-drive cable to the connector on the optical drive.
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
1
optical-drive cable connector
2
screw
3
drive bay
4
optical drive