Introduction
In order to replace a broken CD Drive, this guide will show you how to do just that!
Tools
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Make sure that you are wearing your anti-static wristband. This will prevent damaging any internal parts with any built up static electricity.
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Unscrew the 10.5mm screw on the left of the desktop using your hand.
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Remove the side panel by sliding it towards the back of the desktop and pulling up on it as shown.
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Reorient the device with the front pointing away from you.
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Next, remove the SATA interface cable. It is directly next to the power cable on the CD drive.
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Now pull up and swing the mounting lever in. The lever closest to the front mounts the top drive slot, and the lever farther away mounts the bottom one.
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Now stand your desktop up and remove the 3 clips on the right side of the front panel.
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Then pull the front panel off, pulling from the side that the clips are on.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.