Introduction
This guide provides instruction on how to replace a broken optical drive in the HP Pavilion G7-2289wm laptop.
Tools
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Located on the bottom side of your laptop, slide the battery release latch to the left, towards the center of the laptop.
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Lift the battery up, and pull towards the center of the laptop to remove it.
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Loosen the screw that secures the service cover using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Lift the edge of the service cover up and forward until it’s at an angle to remove it.
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Remove the screw that secures the optical drive to the laptop using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Slide the optical drive out of the laptop.
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Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
