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HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement

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    1. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Remove all external devices from the computer.

      • Remove the charging cord from the computer.

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    2. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Turn off the computer by holding the power button.

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    3. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • To remove the battery, slide the left slider on the back to the unlocked position.

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    4. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Push the right slider inwards.

      • Remove the battery out by pulling straight out and to the right.

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    1. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, Back Panel: step 5, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, Back Panel: step 5, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, Back Panel: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Locate the CD Compartment panel and gently slide it out.

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    2. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the back of the laptop by unscrewing the screws shown.

      • Also remove the other 5 Phillips screws lining the back cover.

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    3. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3
      • Using the prying tool, wedge it underneath the back of the laptop and do the same all around until the back comes off.

      • Dont forget to unscrew 2 screws under 2 plastic tabs (one on each hing). The lid will not come off without them being removed!

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    1. HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, CD Compartment: step 8, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, CD Compartment: step 8, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac121dx CD Compartment Replacement, CD Compartment: step 8, image 3 of 3
      • Locate the CD Compartment as shown and gently slide it out.

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Conclusion

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

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