Question : Problem: Changing CD ROM Drive on Compaq 3060

Hello,
Is there a guide available on how to replace the CD-Drive in a Compaq 3060. I am fairly proficient in servicing computers, and most of the parts in the 3060 seem to be reasonably accessable with the exception of the floppy, the CD and the Speakers. I would like to replace the CD drive with a CD-Writer

Thanks in advance,
Nicholas Waltham

Answer : Problem: Changing CD ROM Drive on Compaq 3060

Removing the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer

The 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer (CD Changer) is easily accessible from the
front of the computer.

To remove the CD Changer, follow these steps:

 1. Perform preparation procedures described in (Section 5.1).

 2. Lay the computer on its back with foot over the edge of the table
    (Figure 5-36).

 3. Lift up the display assembly and remove the friction device from the
    back of the display assembly by turning it a half turn in either
    direction (Figure 5-37).

IMPORTANT: You must remove the friction device, before raising the display
           assembly to a 90 degree angle.

 4. Grab the friction device, pull down and lift it out of the slot in the
    enclosure (Figure 5-38).

 5. Raise the display assembly to a 90 degree angle.

 6. Remove the two screws from the speaker cover assembly with grill
    attached (Figure 5-39).

 7. Pull the speaker cover assembly up to release it from the cover snaps,
    and remove the cover off the chassis (Figure 5-40).

 8. Grab the bezel of the CD Changer with shield attached and pull up and
    lift out of the chassis (Figure 5-49).

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> WARNING <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

Handle the CD Changer carefully when removing. The CD Changer shield has
sharp edges which may cause injury.

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ILLUSTRATION OF Figure 5-49. Removing the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer

 9. Disconnect the data, power, and audio cables from the CD Changer
    (Figure 5-50).

ILLUSTRATION OF Figure 5-50. Disconnecting the Data, Power, and Audio
Cables from the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer

10. Remove the four shoulder screws and bushings from the sides of the 4
    Disc Autoload CD Changer (Figure 5-51).

ILLUSTRATION OF Figure 5-51. Removing the Shoulder Screws and Bushings
from the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer

IMPORTANT: During disassembly, keep all shoulder screws and bushings with
           the CD Changer.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> WARNING <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

Handle the CD Changer carefully when removing. The CD Changer shield has
sharp edges which may cause injury.

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11. Slide the front grounding shield off the back of the CD Changer
    (Figure 5-52).

ILLUSTRATION OF Figure 5-52. Removing the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer Front
Grounding Shield

To replace the CD Changer, complete the following steps:

1. Replace the CD Changer's shield and shoulder bolts to the CD Changer.

2. Connect the data, power, and audio cables to the CD Changer
   (Figure 5-53).

ILLUSTRATION OF Figure 5-53. Replacing the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer
Cables

3. Push down on the shoulder bolts with a screw driver or Torx tool to
   ensure the CD Changer is properly seated in the chassis slot
   (Figure 5-54).

ILLUSTRATION OF Figure 5-54. Replacing the 4 Disc Autoload CD Changer with
Shoulder Bolts in the Chassis Slot


Now here is the section 5.1:
5.1 Preparation for Disassembly

Publication Date: October 1996
Source Document:  Compaq Presario 3000 Series Personal Computers
                  Maintenance and Service Guide
Document Number:  241062-001

To prepare the computer for the removal and replacement procedures,
complete the following steps:

1. Remove any diskette or compact discs (CD) from the computer.

2. Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices that are connected to
   the computer.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> CAUTION <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

The computer power switch should be turned off before you disconnect any
cables.

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3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, and then from
   the computer.

4. Disconnect all peripheral device cables from the computer.

IMPORTANT: During disassembly, label each cable as you remove it; be sure
           to note its position and routing.

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This info is from "maintenance guide fot presatio 3000 family".