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HP Envy dv7t-7200 Optical Disc Drive Replacement

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  1. HP Envy dv7t-7200 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the power off and disconnect all cables and cords from the laptop.

    • Place the computer on its top on a flat surface with the hinges facing away from you.

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    • Slide the battery release latch to the left which is located on the right-hand side of the battery.

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  3. HP Envy dv7t-7200 Optical Disc Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Tilt the battery away from you and lift out.

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  5. HP Envy dv7t-7200 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Service Cover: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Using a Phillips #01 screwdriver, remove the Phillips PM2.5×5.5 screw on the service cover.

    • This screw does not come out of the service cover completely once loosened.

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    • Slide the service cover toward the front of the laptop.

    • Lift the service cover to remove it from the laptop.

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  7. HP Envy dv7t-7200 Optical Disc Drive Replacement, Optical Disc Drive: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw that attaches the optical drive to the laptop.

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    • Press the tab with a metal spudger that is located next to the screw to release the optical drive.

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    • Slide the disk drive out of the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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