Power Mac G4 Quicksilver Optical Drive Disassembly

Written By: Jacob Garcia
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Power Mac G4 Quicksilver Optical Drive Disassembly

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

7

Time Required

10 - 15 minutes

Introduction

This is meant to be a private prereq guide.

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    • The handle to open your computer is located on top of the right side panel.

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    • Grab the circular handle and pull outward.

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    • Your computer is now open and ready for repair.

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    • The optical drive is in the top left corner of the case.

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    • There are four screws to be removed.

    • The first screw can be seen in the first picture.

    • The remaining three screws can be seen in the second picture.

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    • Remove the optical drive by pulling the drive away from the front of the computer and out.

    Had to detach the cables before I could slide the drive out because no space to slide back. My drive is about 10mm longer than that in the picture.

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    • Detach the two cables attached to the back of the drive.

    • The flat ribbon cable can be detached by pulling the silver tab. The multicolored cable can be removed by grasping the plastic connector on either side and pulling with substantial force.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Jacob Garcia

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