MacBook Pro 17" Models A1151 A1212 A1229 and A1261 Optical Drive Replacement

Replace the optical drive in your MacBook Pro 17" Models A1151 A1212 A1229 and A1261.

  • Author: iRobot
  • Difficulty: Moderate
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Upgrade or replace the SuperDrive.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Battery  ¶ 

  • Use your fingers to push both battery release tabs away from the battery and lift the battery out of the computer.

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Add Note Edit Step 2 — RAM Shield  ¶ 

  • Remove the four identical Phillips screws from the memory door.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Lift the memory door up enough to get a grip on it, and slide it toward you, pulling it away from the casing.

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Required Tools

Spudger

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T6 Torx Screwdriver

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Phillips #00 Screwdriver

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