HP Pavilion 14 Notebook PC HP Pavilion TouchSmart 14 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide

Optical drive
NOTE: The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket.
Description Spare part number
Optical drive, SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer Drive (includes bezel, bracket, and screws) 734415-001
Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:
1. Turn off 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 the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 42).
Remove the optical drive:
1. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the Phillips M2.5×6.5 screw that secures the optical
drive to the computer (1).
2. Using the screwdriver, push on the rear of the optical drive to disconnect it from the computer
3. If necessary, use an unbent paperclip and press in gently on the paper clip (2) until the disc tray
releases. Pull the tray (3) out from the front until the optical drive is completely removed from
the computer.
48 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts