HP CQ62-411NR, CQ62-255TU, CQ62-252TX, CQ62-251TX, CQ62-217CA, CQ62-219WM, CQ62-215TU manual Hard drive

Removal and replacement procedures

Hard drive

✎The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket and hard drive connector. The hard drive bracket and hard drive connector, as well as the hard drive bracket screws, are also available in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit.

Before removing the hard drive:

1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet and then disconnecting the AC adapter from the computer.

4.Remove the battery (see “Battery” on page 4-7).

Remove the hard drive:

1.Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws 1 that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.

2.Lift the left side of the hard drive cover 2, lift it up and to the left 3, and remove the cover. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 595200-001.