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HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement

HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement

Amber Schindler

Amber Schindler and 2 other contributors

Last updated on December 22, 2016

5 minutes
Easy

Introduction

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This guide will help you replace the optical drive, otherwise known as the CD drive. Be sure that no disks are within the drive before replacing the drive.

What you need

Tools

  1. HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Make sure the computer is shut off and the power cord is unplugged from the AC outlet.

    • Slide the two release latches on either side of the battery.

    • Gently tilt the battery upward and remove it from its socket.

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  2. HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement, Bottom Door: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the computer so the bottom is facing towards you.

    • Remove the one 3.0 mm Phillips PM2.0x3.0 security screw.

    • The security screw is an optional feature and isn't required to hold the backing if there is not one screwed in place.

    • Slide the release latches then pull the door towards you. Lift the door away to completely remove it.

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  4. HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement, Optical/CD Drive: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement, Optical/CD Drive: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove one 6.0 mm Phillips PM2.5x6.0 screw that is securing the optical drive.

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  5. HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP ProBook 4540s Optical Drive Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Press the optical drive tab to release the drive component.

    • Gently pull and remove the component from the computer.

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Conclusion

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

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