Apple IIc Floppy Drive Replacement

ID: 6774

Description: If your driver is malfunctioning or broken,...

Steps:

1. Remove the six 19 mm long screws with a #2 Phillips head screwdriver.

2. Release the catch by pushing it in using a plastic opening tool.
3. The catch is off-center, but in line with the middle of the speaker underneath.

4. Slide the case toward the ports on the back, then grip under the catch and pull up while moving toward the ports to remove.

5. Lift the handle straight up to remove.

6. Tilt the keyboard up while detaching the ribbon connection by pulling it straight up. You may have to wiggle the connector sideways to loosen it.
7. Be careful not to force the ribbon while pulling it out to avoid tearing. Do not try to pull the ribbon out by pulling the keyboard as it may cause tearing.

8. Carefully place device upside down to remove the four centered 21.1 mm screws that secure the floppy drive.

9. Carefully detach ribbon connector from floppy disk drive by pulling it out horizontally.

10. Unscrew the four 8.5 mm screws that attach the floppy drive cage. Two screws are located on the front and back of the cage.

11. Carefully lift the floppy drive cage straight up to remove it.

12. Lift the floppy drive straight up to remove.