Samsung NP300E5C Optical Drive Replacement

Introduction

If your optical drive is failing to eject or read a CD, it may need to be replaced. This guide will coach you through the process of replacing your laptop's optical drive.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Lay laptop down so that the bottom is facing the sky.

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Step 2

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Push both tabs away from the center of the device.
While both are in the fully unlocked position, slide the battery out.

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Step 3 Optical Drive

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Remove this 4 mm Phillips #8 screw using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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Step 4

With the 4 mm Phillips #8 screw removed, firmly but gently pull the cover towards you.
After moving the cover about 2 centimeters, you can lift and remove it.

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