Acer Aspire 5740-5780 Optical Drive Replacement

ID: 106768

Description: If you must replace a broken optical drive,...

Steps:

  1. Unscrew the 2 captive screws and 3 M2.5 x L8 screws holding back cover in place.
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  3. Use spudger to pry open the back panel.
  4. Then lift panel off of the computer.
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  6. Remove one M2 x L4 screw holding the drive in place with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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  8. Using your hand, slowly remove the drive from the laptop.
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