This video shows how to replace the optical drive on an Inspiron 3891. Before you begin, Create a recovery drive And back up all data before removing the optical drive. Power off the computer, And disconnect all the attached peripherals. Ensure that you always use ESD protection when working inside the computer.
To begin, remove the two thumb screws that secure the left-side cover to the chassis. Hold the tab on the left-side cover And slide the cover towards the back of the computer. Remove the left-side cover from the chassis. Gently pry and release the front-cover tabs sequentially from the top. Rotate the front cover outward from the chassis. Remove the front cover from the chassis. Lay the computer with its left side facing up.
Disconnect the optical-drive power cable from the optical drive. Disconnect the optical-drive data cable from the optical drive. Remove the two screws that secure the optical drive to the chassis. Slide the optical drive out from its slot on the chassis. You have successfully removed the optical drive. Now, Let’s install the optical drive. Slide the optical drive into its slot on the chassis. Align the screw holes on the optical drive with the screw holes on the chassis.
Replace the two screws that secure the optical drive to the chassis. Connect the optical power cable, to the connector on the optical drive. Connect the optical drive data cable, to the connector on the optical drive. Place the computer in an upright position. Align and insert the front-cover tabs with the slots on the chassis. Rotate the front cover towards the chassis and snap it into place.
Align the tabs on the left-side cover with the slots on the chassis, And slide it towards the front of the computer. Replace the two thumb screws that secure the left-side cover to the chassis. The optical drive installation process is now complete. If you need more information or assistance, go to Dell.com/Support.
