Dell XPS 15z L511z DVD Optical Drive Removal and Installation

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In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the DVD Optical Drive on your Dell XPS 15z L511z laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell XPS 15z L511z DVD Optical Drive.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
  • 1 x T5 star screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
XPS L511z DVD Optical Drive

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XPS 15z L511z DVD Optical Drive

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Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell XPS 15z L511z DVD Optical Drive

Remove the SD card blank.

Step 1

  • Remove the SD card blank.
  • Use a scribe or a flat head screwdriver to carefully unsnap the bezel.
Remove the SD card blank.Use a scribe or a flat head screwdriver to carefully unsnap the bezel.
Remove the screws under the bezel (2 x M2 x 5mm).

Step 2

  • Remove the screws under the bezel (2 x M2 x 5mm).
  • Remove the base screws (8 x M2 x 5mm).
  • Carefully lift and unsnap the base cover from the laptop.
Remove the screws under the bezel (2 x M2 x 5mm).Remove the base screws (8 x M2 x 5mm).
Remove the battery screws (6 x M2.5 x 5mm).

Step 3

  • Remove the battery screws (6 x M2.5 x 5mm).
  • Unplug the battery.
Remove the battery screws (6 x M2.5 x 5mm).Unplug the battery.
Loosen and unplug the CMOS battery.

Step 4

  • Loosen and unplug the CMOS battery.
Remove the 4 optical drive screws (4 x M2.5 x 3mm).

Step 5

  • Remove the 4 optical drive screws (4 x M2.5 x 3mm).
  • Slide the optical drive to the left and out of the laptop.

Topics: Dell Laptop Repair Dell Repair Manuals DVD Optical Drive XPS 15z (L511z)

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