ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement

ID: 99013

Description: You may need to replace the optical drive if...

Steps:

  1. Make sure to switch off your laptop before starting.
  2. Place the laptop on a flat surface with the bottom side facing upwards.
  3. Using the Phillips #1 Screwdriver, remove the four 4mm screws in the back panel.
  4. Using both hands, slide the back panel away from the laptop horizontally.
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  5. Using the Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the ten 2mm screws at the marked locations.
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  6. Using the plastic opening tool, open the back cover of the laptop.
  7. It is recommended that you start from a corner and run the tool along the edge of the cover.
  8. Be careful not to bend or crack the cover.
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  9. Using the Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the 2mm screw at the marked location.
  10. Remove the Optical Drive by sliding it to the right.
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