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Optical Drive (product details: IF150-031)
  • If you have already removed the hard drive or display in a previous step, your iBook may differ slightly from the picture.
  • On the bottom of the computer, disconnect the DC-In cable from the logic board.
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  • Flip the computer over and open the display.
  • Open the optical drive using a straightened paperclip (if it's not already opened).
  • Peel up the yellow tape from the optical drive.
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  • This step may vary on some iBook models. If the screws shown are not on your iBook, you may need to flip the computer over and remove two screws attaching the bottom of the optical drive to the metal framework.
  • Remove the two Phillips screws securing the optical drive to the metal framework.
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