How to Replace ASUS D550MA DVD Drive Tutorial

Duration: 45 minutes

Steps: 7 Steps

Hey there! Just a quick heads up: tackling repairs can sometimes feel like a puzzle, but you’re totally up for it! If you find yourself in a jam, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair. You’ve got this!

Is your DVD drive refusing to play your go-to flicks? It might be time for a little upgrade! This guide will help you smoothly remove your DVD drive and get back to movie night in no time.

Step 1

First things first, let’s make sure your laptop is off and unplugged from the wall. Safety first, right?

– Grab your trusty Philips #1 screwdriver and let’s tackle those nine screws on the back cover!

Step 2

Gently coax the lid open, no need to Hulk out here! Listen for the satisfying clicks of the plastic clips as you guide the spudger along the edge.

– Flip your laptop over and pop that display open like a pro!

– Slide the flat edge of your trusty spudger into the groove of the keyboard cover.

– With the spudger in place, gently nudge the casing apart by gliding it along the edge. You’ve got this!

Tools Used

Spudger

Step 3

Ensure that you’ve popped the entire cover free from those pesky plastic clips.

– Gently lift the cover from the front of the laptop, but don’t worry about taking it off completely just yet.

– Keep an eye on where those three white and blue data cables are connecting the keyboard to the laptop’s main board. You’ll want to remember their spots!

Step 4

If you’re just swapping out the battery, feel free to breeze past this step and the next one! Gently nudge the keyboard module away from the display, making sure those delicate flex cables are nice and comfy.

To free up a ZIF connector, grab your trusty spudger or just use your fingernail to lift the little hinged locking flap. With a gentle touch, slide that cable right out of its cozy socket.

– Unplug the three data cables from the motherboard. You’ve got this!