I have purchased a new optical drive for the above referenced model. I have removed the left panel and searched this forum for how to get to and remove/replace the old drive. I did find an archived post below, but cannot proceed. I'm assuming the "hooks" are the 3 plastic tabs. I have forced the panel first with my fingers and then with a screwdriver to maintain open tabs, and have distorted the bezel to almost breaking it. I'm assuming that I'm missing something. Cah you enlighten me?
Thanks,
Lee

Re: Case Removal to Replace Optical Drive - Acer Predator AG3-605-UR22
hi...
In this model,to remove the bezel, you need to remove only the left hand panel.
Then remove the hooks, turn over the front bezel and remove it