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ASUS N550JK-DS71T Laptop CD/DVD Drive Replacement

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  1. ASUS N550JK-DS71T Laptop CD/DVD Drive Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 1 of 2 ASUS N550JK-DS71T Laptop CD/DVD Drive Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Turn the laptop off and unplug all cables.

    • Flip over so the bottom is facing you.

    • Remove the ten 3mm Torx T5 screws from the bottom cover.

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    • Use a spudger to wedge between the laptop and bottom cover—lift upwards to pry open.

    • Run the spudger along the perimeter of the bottom cover to remove.

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    • Remove the two 4mm black Phillips #1 screws from the top of the CD/DVD bracket.

    • Remove the single 4mm silver Phillips #1 screw from the bottom of the CD/DVD bracket.

    • Remove the CD/DVD bracket.

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    • Remove the single 4mm silver Phillips #1 screw.

  5. ASUS N550JK-DS71T Laptop CD/DVD Drive Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Slide the drive out of the laptop using both hands.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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