How do i install a superdrive

Hello,
Just wondering if anybody knows how I can find instructions, or if anyone is willing to give them, on how to install/replace a superdrive in a 2006-era MacBook. My superdrive pulled the chute, I have a new one, now I just need to know how to replace it.  My operation system is OX Version 10.5.8, if that matters.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Here's page for the installation video tutorials on OWC http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/superdrive/MacBook_13
If your MacBook is an Early 2006 Core Duo here's the ifixit instructions http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Repair/MacBook-Core-Duo-Optical-Drive-Replacement/28 6/1
If it's a Late 2006 Core 2 Duo here's the ifixit instructions for it http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Repair/MacBook-Core-2-Duo-Optical-Drive-Replacement/ 518/1

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