Introduction
Take the battery out before removing the CD drive.
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Slide the highlighted tab to the left.
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With your finger on the tab, remove the battery by lifting it upwards away from the laptop.
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Hold the laptop in the same orientation as the picture. Then, locate the switch immediately above and to the left of the drive.
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Slide the switch to the right. A black plastic tab will pop out.
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Pull the plastic tab to expose the CD drive.
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If there is a problem with your tab, whether it doesn't pop out or it doesn't expose the CD drive, please check the corresponding entry in the troubleshooting page.
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Almost done!
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
