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    How to change NEC ad-5540a DVD Burner fascia?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Teetime, Mar 28, 2007.

  1. Teetime

    Teetime Newbie

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    Can anyone advise me how to remove the fascia from the NEC ad-5540a DVD burner?

    BACKGROUND
    I bought this DVD burner to replace the GCC-4240N in my Dell Inspiron 8200. It works fine but in my original research I learned that another Inspirion 8200 owner was able to replace the ad-5540a fascia with the Dell-specific one from the GCC-4240a. This makes for a better fit in the 8200. I have been able to remove the fascia from GCC-4240, but I can't figure out how to remove the one from the NEC ad-5540a. Anyone know how?

    Thanks,

    Jerry
     
    Teetime, Mar 28, 2007
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  2. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    I don't know the NEC ODD, but I've changed the fascias on various models. They are usually held on a a series of plastic hooks which you can see in the attached photo. Get a small screwdriver so that you can gently lever over the hooks from the back. I find it is usually only necessary to spring the two end hooks and then the fascia will move sideways slightly and the others will become released without any force.

    John
     

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