Optical Drive removal Dell DVD+RW Inspiron B120 B130 1300 1501 600 6000 6400 9400

Removing the Optical Drive

1. If you want to remove the optical drive while the computer is turned on, double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, click the device that you want to eject, and click Stop. Otherwise go to step 2.
   
    
2. Close your display and turn the computer upside down.
   
    
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the M2.5 x 8-mm screw from the indention labelled with a lock symbol.
   
    
4. Using a screwdriver or some other type of probe, push the notch where the device security screw was removed toward the outside of the computer.
   
    
5. Pull the device straight out of the media bay.
   
    

Installing the Optical Drive

1. Slide the new drive into the bay until it snaps securely into place.
   
    
2. Replace the M2.5 x 8-mm screw.
   
    
3. Turn the computer right-side up and open the display.
   
    
4. The operating system automatically recognizes the device. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer.
    

Bracket from your broken/old drive are easily swapped over and fixed into pre drilled holes on back of drive.

Take Care! If you have to force it something's not right double check or ASK.

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