HP 6730s HP Compaq 6730s and 6735s Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 67

Optical drive NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel. Description For use only with HP Compaq 6730s Notebook PC models DVD±RW Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive DVD-ROM Drive For use only with HP Compaq 6735s Notebook PC models DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive DVD-ROM Drive Spare part number 491272-001 491273-001 491271-001 491270-001 491601-001 491600-001 491599-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 50). Remove the optical drive: 1. Position the computer with the right side toward you. 2. Remove the slotted Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer. 3. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into the optical drive tab access (2) and press the tab to the left to release the optical drive from the computer. Component replacement procedures 59