iBook G3 14" Disassembly: Installing Optical Drive - Removing Optical Drive (page 14/16)

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click image to enlarge	Optical Drive (product details: IF151-019) On the bottom of the computer, remove the two Phillips screws securing the optical drive to the metal framework. Open the optical drive using a straightened paperclip (if it's not already opened).
	The next step will probably be incredibly difficult and frustrating - get comfortable. Using a small flathead screwdriver, pry up the small tab securing the faceplate to the optical drive.
	Pry up the white plastic tab on the other end of the drive. Pull the optical drive faceplate off, rotating it up and down slightly to get over the remaining two tabs.