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Disc Drive Cover Removal

Prerequisite Only
This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.
  1. Disc Drive Cover Removal, Remove the disc drive cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 Disc Drive Cover Removal, Remove the disc drive cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 Disc Drive Cover Removal, Remove the disc drive cover: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • The disc drive cover is secured with hooks along the back edge and clips along the front edge.

    • Firmly pull up the front edge of the disc drive cover to release the clips.

    • You'll hear distinct "pops" as the clips release.

    • Remove the cover.

    • To reinstall the cover, place the hooks into their cutouts along the rear edge and firmly press the front edge of the cover into place to re‑engage the three clips.

Conclusion

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

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