Toshiba Satellite A75-S226 CD Drive Replacement

Introduction

This a very simple guide to replace or remove the CD-ROM drive from your Toshiba Satellite A75-S226. Remember when repairing the internal components of an electronic device, a dry and clean environment is ideal.

What you need

Step 1 Optical Drive

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Remove the two 5.62 mm screws from the optical drive cover.

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Step 2

Remove the optical drive cover.
A plastic opening tool or a fingernail may be helpful in lifting it from its groove.

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Step 3

Using the inset divot, push the optical drive out of the laptop to remove.

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Step 4 CD Drive

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Remove the 8.6 mm screw.

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Step 5

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Push the bottom left corner of the CD Drive until the drive protrudes from the case.
When a good amount of the CD Drive is showing on the right side, gently pull it out completely.

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