Dell Inspiron E1505 Optical Drive Replacement

ID: 74688

Description:

Steps:

1. Before any work can be done ensure that the laptop is powered off.
2. Use either the power button on the computer or issue a shutdown from the operating system.
3. Once the device is off place the laptop on a flat surface and flip it so that the bottom is facing upwards.

4. Locate the battery release switch on the bottom of the laptop.
5. Once located slide the switch into the unlock position.

6. Locate the “lip” on the laptop to lift the battery outside of the compartment.
7. Once the battery is out, you will be able to find the replacement part number in order to purchase a new battery.

8. Once the new battery has been acquired take the battery and place it in the empty battery slot.
9. Slide the switch into the lock position to secure the new battery.

10. Remove the back panel: Use the screwdriver to remove the screws on the back panel.
11. Lift the back panel off the laptop to expose the interior of the laptop.
12. Locate the hard drive.

13. Remove the current optical drive.
14. Look at the model number and order the replacement if needed.
15. Insert the new optical drive in.