eMachines 8513152, Reference Manual

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Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer
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Adding or replacing an optical
disc drive
To add replace an optical drive:
1
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in
“Removing the side panel” on page 33 .
2
Remove the front bezel by following the instructions in
“Removing the front bezel” on page 33 .
3
If you are installing a new drive (not replacing an old
one), remove the two drive retention screws in the drive
bay, then go to
8 . For the location of the screws, see the
photo in 6 .
4
If you are replacing an existing drive, disconnect the
cables from the drive, noting their locations and
orientation. You will reconnect the cables after you
install the new drive.
5
Note any jumper settings on the old drive (if any) and set
the jumper on the new drive to be the same.
Tools
You need a Phillips screwdriver to add or replace an optical drive.
Important
The color and shape of your replacement drive’s front cover may
vary from your original drive.
Drive data cable Drive power cable
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