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Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement

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  1. Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the laptop over so the bottom of the device is facing upwards with the hinge facing away from you.

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  2. Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Locate the switch on the top left of the laptop labeled with a padlock symbol.

    • Flip the switch in the direction of the unlocked padlock symbol.

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  4. Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the switch that releases the battery and slide it to the right.

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  5. Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • While holding the release switch to the right, pull the battery away from you.

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  6. Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement, DVD Drive: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Locate screw towards the center of the device and unscrew it

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  7. Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Gateway ID49C07U DVD Drive Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Use a metal spudger to pry off the DVD drive.

    • Once loosened, use your hand to pull the DVD drive out.

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Conclusion

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

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