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Question

Does swapping out a dvd drive require any tech moves or is i

by Jul 29, 2013 10:32PM PDT

XP Home SP 3
Dell Dimension 8400

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Clarification Request
Refer Manual
by DELL-Appu_S Dell staff Jul 31, 2013 7:00AM PDT

Hi,

As Kees correctly mentioned, you require the correct tools. You may also refer to the Manual for steps on removing or installing parts. It might be helpful.

Thanks and Regards,
Appu S

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I had already checked the manual
by Fish Jul 31, 2013 8:34AM PDT

I was just making sure that the swap was entirely physical and no techie stuff was needed.
Thanks for your input.

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Answer
Re: swapping a drive
by Forum moderator Jul 29, 2013 10:41PM PDT

Usually, all you need is the right screwdriver.

Kees

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right driver
by Fish Jul 30, 2013 12:17AM PDT

Thanks kees. I thought it was just a physical detail with no tech involved. First time doing it but I do have the (right Screwdriver) lol.

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be sure it's a right handed screwdriver
by itsdigger Jul 31, 2013 7:07AM PDT

and not a left handed as the threads are right hand threads... Devil

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;-0
by Jul 31, 2013 8:35AM PDT

Now that is a really good tip. :--)

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