Whenever opening the computer, lay it flat with the LCD facing down on a
soft towel or surface that will not scratch the glass face. The foam inserts
from the computer packaging can be used to protect the glass face of the LCD. A
cleaning/wipe cloth was included with the computer originally that can be used
for this purpose.
1. Disconnect the optical drive lighting cable.
2. Lift the hinge on the optical drive data cable connector.
3. Disconnect the optical drive data cable.
4. Remove the two screws securing the optical drive.
5. Shift the optical drive towards the center of the computer.