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Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement

Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement

Kristina

Kristina and 5 other contributors

Last updated on August 26, 2019

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Introduction

Go to step 1

The optical drive should be replaced if the computer no longer recognizes the device, or if the disc reader is faulty.

What you need

Tools

  1. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, How to unplug and discharge before repair: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, How to unplug and discharge before repair: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Power down your PC and remove the power cord from the back.

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  2. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds, then release.

    • This helps drain any remaining power stored in the capacitors, so that you can safely work on the internal components.

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  3. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, Dell Optiplex GX620 Side Panel Disassembly: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • With the computer standing upright, firmly pull on the tab at the back of the computer.

    • When the side panel pops free, gently pull the panel away from the computer.

    • If you have trouble freeing the side panel from the case, you may need to pull the tab a bit harder.

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  5. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, Remove the drive panel: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Slide the blue latch downward until the panel can be removed from it's hinges.

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  6. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, Disconnect the cables: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the CD/DVD and power cables from the back of the optical drive

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  7. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, Remove the screws: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the screw connecting the optical drive to the drive bay.

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  8. Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, Remove the optical drive: step 7, image 1 of 2 Dell Optiplex GX620 Optical Drive Replacement, Remove the optical drive: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • To remove the optical drive from the drive bay, slide the drive towards the front of the computer.

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Conclusion

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

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