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IBM ThinkPad T30 Optical Drive Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide to replace your optical drive.

What you need

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    • Make sure the ThinkPad is off and the power supply is unplugged.

    • Flip the ThinkPad upside down with the bottom facing you.

    • Slide the latch to the right into the unlock position.

    • While holding the latch in the unlock position, lift the battery out with your other hand.

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  2. IBM ThinkPad T30 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the 4.8mm Phillips #0 screw on the far left of the ThinkPad, closest to the edge and above the battery, and unscrew it with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    • On the side of the ThinkPad, locate a lock next to the optical drive. Use your fingernail to slide the lock to the right.

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    • Once it is unlocked, a small tab will pop out. Pull on the tab with your fingers.

    • The optical drive will easily slide out. Remove the optical drive.

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Conclusion

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

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