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IBM ThinkPad T42 Optical Drive Replacement

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    1. IBM ThinkPad T42 Optical Drive Replacement, Screw Removal: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the single screw holding the optical drive on the underside of the laptop

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    2. IBM ThinkPad T42 Optical Drive Replacement, Unlock Switch: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Push the small slider to unlock position, a tab will automatically pop out.

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    3. IBM ThinkPad T42 Optical Drive Replacement, Drive Removal: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Pull the tab to dislodge the optical drive, then carefully pull the drive out.

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Conclusion

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

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What’s the interface for the optical drive? SATA? IDE?

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