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Asus Z54C-JS31 Optical Disc Drive Replacement

Introduction

The optical disc drive allows the laptop to read and play CDs and DVDs. If it is not functioning properly, this guide will explain how to replace it.

What you need

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    • Turn the laptop upside down so that the underside is facing up and locate the two switches that are on each side of the battery.

    • Slide the switch on the top right corner to the right.

    • Slide and hold the switch on the top left corner to the left and carefully remove the battery.

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  2. Asus Z54C-JS31 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Keyboard: step 2, image 1 of 2 Asus Z54C-JS31 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Keyboard: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Turn the laptop to its normal position and open the display to show the keyboard.

    • Gently push back the five tabs holding the keyboard down using the plastic opening tool.

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    • Once the keyboard is free, disconnect the ribbon cable from the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector by flipping up the locking flap and pulling the cable out.

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    • Remove the 3mm screw with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

    • Slide out the optical disc drive by pulling it away from the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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