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Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement

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Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement

Introduction

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This guide will show you how to remove the optical disc drive from your device.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Place the laptop facedown with the battery facing you.

      • Push the switch above the battery to the right and hold it in that position.

      • Lift the battery using the grip on the top and remove it from its socket.

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    1. Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 2, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement, Optical Drive: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the JIS #1 8mm screw from above the upper right corner of where the battery was.

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    2. Dell Inspiron 1501 Optical Drive Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Pull the optical drive out.

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Conclusion

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

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