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Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive

Introduction

This guide will show you how to remove the optical (cd) drive from your HP Compaq dx2000MT.

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  1. Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive, Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn off your computer and remove the power cable by pulling it straight out of its socket.

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  2. Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 2, image 1 of 2 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the 2 Phillips #2 screws that secure the case door to the device.

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    • Remove the side case door by pushing towards the rear of the device with your hand.

    • This may take considerable force so keep pushing!

    • Once you slide the door back, remove it by pulling it outwards from the device.

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  5. Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 4, image 1 of 3 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 4, image 2 of 3 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the side case door by pushing towards the rear of the device with your hand.

    • Once again, this may take considerable force.

    • Once you slide the door back, remove it by pulling it outwards from the device.

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  6. Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 5, image 1 of 3 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 5, image 2 of 3 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the IDE data cable and the power cable from the optical drive by pulling away from the drive.

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  7. Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 6, image 1 of 2 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the 2 Torx T15 screws holding the optical drive in place.

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  8. Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 7, image 1 of 2 Removing the HP Compaq dx2000MT Optical (CD) Drive: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the other 2 Torx T15 screws holding the other side of the drive in place.

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    • Remove the optical drive by sliding it out the front of the device.

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Conclusion

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

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