Dell Inspiron 640m Optical Drive Installation Guide
Removing and Installing Optical Drives
NOTICE: To prevent damage to drives, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer.
Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.
1. While the computer is turned on, double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar, click the device that you want to eject, and click Stop.
2. Close your display and turn the computer upside-down.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the device security screw from the bottom of the computer.
4. Insert a Phillips screwdriver into the screw hole to push the drive out of the module bay.
5. Pull the drive straight out of the module bay.
6. Push the new drive straight into the module bay until it clicks.
7. Replace the security device screw.
8. Turn the computer right-side up and open the display.
9. The operating system automatically recognizes the drive. If necessary, enter your password to unlock
your computer.
