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iMac Intel 27" EMC 2309 and 2374 Optical Drive Replacement

Prerequisite Only
This guide is only intended to be used as a prerequisite for other guides. It's incomplete by itself.

What you need

  1. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2309 and 2374 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the four T10 Torx screws securing the optical drive to the outer case.

  2. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2309 and 2374 Optical Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Pull the optical drive thermal sensor connector straight away from its socket on the logic board.

  3. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2309 and 2374 Optical Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 27" EMC 2309 and 2374 Optical Drive Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Insert a spudger between the optical drive connector and the optical drive.

    • Twist the spudger to slightly separate the optical drive connector from the optical drive, then use your fingers to pull the connector away from the drive.

  4. iMac Intel 27" EMC 2309 and 2374 Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Lift the left edge of the optical drive slightly and pull it away from the right side of the outer case.

    • During reassembly, note that there are two holes in the optical drive face plate into which two stubby plastic posts must engage for proper positioning.

Conclusion

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

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