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ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement

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  1. ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 1, image 1 of 3 ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 1, image 2 of 3 ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Make sure to switch off your laptop before starting.

    • Place the laptop on a flat surface with the bottom side facing upwards.

    • Using the Phillips #1 Screwdriver, remove the four 4mm screws in the back panel.

    • Using both hands, slide the back panel away from the laptop horizontally.

  2. ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Using the Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the ten 2mm screws at the marked locations.

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    • Using the plastic opening tool, open the back cover of the laptop.

    • It is recommended that you start from a corner and run the tool along the edge of the cover.

    • Be careful not to bend or crack the cover.

  4. ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 ASUS X550LB-DS71 Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Using the Phillips #0 Screwdriver, remove the 2mm screw at the marked location.

    • Remove the Optical Drive by sliding it to the right.

Conclusion

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

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