2.10 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Troubleshooting
Procedure 2
Connector Check and Replacement Check
The CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive is connected to the system board. The connectors may be
disconnected from the system board or may be damaged. Disassemble the computer
following the steps described in Chapter 4, Replacement Procedures and perform the
following checks:
Check 1
Make sure the CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive is firmly connected to the system
board.
If the connection is loose, reconnect firmly and repeat Procedure 1. If there is still
an error, go to Check 2.
Check 2
The CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive may be defective or damaged. Replace the drive
with a new one. If there is still an error, go to Check 3.
Check 3
Replace the system board with a new one following the steps in Chapter 4,
Replacement Procedures.
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