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HP Elitebook 8570w Optical Drive Replacement

Introduction

This replacement guide will show you how to disconnect the optical drive from your HP EliteBook 8570w. It consists of 4 relatively easy steps that should guide you successfully.

What you need

  1. HP Elitebook 8570w Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Begin by removing the computers back covering.

    • Use the right slider to unlock the backing.

    • Slide the backing towards you while holding the slider to remove it.

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  2. HP Elitebook 8570w Optical Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Once the backing is removed, locate the panel to the left where the optical drive is stored.

    • Locate the single screw in the photo.

    • Unscrew the 0.8mm Phillips screw and place to the side.

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  4. HP Elitebook 8570w Optical Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the small metal piece in the photo.

    • Using a tool, push the piece in the given direction.

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  5. HP Elitebook 8570w Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP Elitebook 8570w Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Once pushing the piece outwards, the optical drive will pop out of the side of the computer.

    • Grab the optical drive and carefully remove it from the back of the computer.

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Conclusion

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

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