Lenovo Thinkpad Edge E545 Optical Drive Replacement

Introduction

The following steps demonstrate how to replace the optical drive in the Lenovo Thinkpad Edge E545.

The optical drive is what enables the reading of a disk such as a CD or DVD. When reading a CD or DVD, low quality sound or video definition could be a direct result of a failing optical drive. The complete failure of an optical drive results in an absolute inability to read the disk.

It is important to note that many signs pointing to a faulty optical drive could also be the result of a dirty one.

Prior to replacing the optical drive, as with most electronic repairs, be sure to power off the device completely and to unplug it from the charger.

What you need

Step 1 Optical Drive

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Using the Phillips #000 screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the optical drive in place. It is found in a square indent close to the center of the back panel of the computer.

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Step 2

Use the end of the screwdriver to assist in starting to slide the optical drive out.
Put it into the hole where the screw was removed.
Push towards the direction the optical drive slides out.
Once it can grabbed by hand, slide it out the rest of the way.