Dell Dimension 4600 Optical Drive Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace the optical drive in your Dell Dimension 4600.
What you need
Parts
Tools
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Using your index finger, slide and hold the cover latch down.
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While holding the latch down, place your other hand flat on the side of the case and firmly shift the side panel to the left until it disengages.
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Grab the edge of the panel and slide it away from the case until it is removed.
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Press and hold the three levers located behind the front panel.
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While holding the levers down, swing open the front panel.
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Grasp the end of the Drive 1 cable connected to the motherboard and firmly pull upwards until it is removed.
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Locate the end of the Drive 1 cable connected to the optical drive.
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Grasp the cable and pull firmly to disconnect it from the optical drive.
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Locate the screw on the optical drive.
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Remove the 7.7 mm screw by using a Phillips #2 screw-driver.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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