Replacing Dell Optiplex SX280 Optical Drive - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

Replace the Optical Drive in the computer tower to allow the Optiplex to read CD's and DVD's

What you need

Step 1 Optical Drive

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Position the tower with the Optical Drive facing upward.

Step 2

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Remove the small black screw connecting the Optical Drive to the computer.

Step 3

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There is a little blue tab you have to disengage, inside of the case, to be able to pull the DVD drive out. Simply pull it up to release the DVD.

Step 4

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Press on the drive release button.

Step 5

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Pull Optical Drive out of the computer.

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