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Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement

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  1. Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Removing the Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Removing the Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Removing the Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • We are removing the battery to avoid the possibility of an electrical discharge when working with this system.

    • Flip the laptop over.

    • Slide the latches toward the outside of the laptop to unlock the battery.

    • Lift the battery out of the laptop.

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  3. Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Removing the Optical Drive: step 2, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Removing the Optical Drive: step 2, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 15-3521 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Removing the Optical Drive: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the optical drive screw.

    • Remove the optical drive.

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Conclusion

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

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