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Add Note Edit Step 43  ¶ 

  • 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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Add Note Edit Step 44  ¶ 

  • Peel back the orange ribbon cable to reveal a single Phillips screw. Remove this screw to free the optical drive from the metal framework.

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Add Note Edit Step 45  ¶ 

  • Lift the optical drive by the edge closest to the screen, minding that the metal bracket at the top left corner doesn't catch on the Airport or inverter cables.

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